The Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Maritime Science and Technology belongs to the Italian Degree Class L-28, established by the regulations of the Italian Ministry of University and Research.

The programme combines scientific, technological, and economic disciplines to educate highly qualified maritime professionals equipped with the theoretical knowledge and technical skills required to operate and manage next-generation cargo and passenger merchant vessels.

The degree programme is structured into two curricula:

• Deck Officer Curriculum, focused on navigation, ship management, and operational leadership on board; 
• Engineer Officer and Electro-Technical Officer Curriculum, dedicated to the management, operation, and maintenance of onboard machinery, electrical, and technical systems. 

The University of Genoa has a long-standing maritime tradition deeply rooted in its history and culture. Its expertise in the maritime sector dates back more than two centuries: the Royal School of Naval Engineering was founded in 1870, while the School of Economics was established in 1885, reflecting the University’s enduring commitment to maritime education, innovation, and professional excellence.

The Programme aims to provide students with a strong scientific foundation and the practical skills required to operate advanced onboard system, techniques, and instruments.

Throughout the course of study, students gain insight into the national and international maritime industry through internship, training activities, and partnerships with leading shipping companies. The University of Genoa has already established collaborations with major  players such as V-Ship and Carnival Corporation.

The  onboard cadetship internship is available to students holding a valid Seafarers’s Book issued by a recognized national authority. Students who do not meet this requirement may complete their internship ashore.

Since 2020, the University of Genova has maintained a collaboration agreement with “Collegio dei Capitani di Lungo Corso e di Macchina”, associated to Confederation of European Shipmaster’s  Associations, for improving competence and enhancing  teaching activities.

The programme aims to train experts in maritime science and navigation technologies through an interdisciplinary theoretical and practical education that enables graduates to pursue technical and managerial careers within the many companies operating in the maritime sector.

In particular, career opportunities include shore-based and onboard positions in shipping companies, maritime traffic control, as well as management and logistics roles.

Direct access from Degree to Master's Degree

• LM Electrical Engineering for Energy Transition - da curriculum Marine Engineer and electro-technical officer
• LM Maritime and Port Economics and Management - from curriculum Deck officer
• LM Safe Transport and Logistics Engineering- from Marine Engineer and deck officer curriculum

The main objective of the Degree Programme is to train technicians at the ship management for companies operating in the maritime sector.The foundational academic subjects — including mathematics, physics, chemistry, computer science, and other basic sciences — together with related university-level courses, are designed to strengthen student cultural background and develop their logical and analytical skills, enabling them to fully understand both the theoretical and practical aspects of the programme.

The core educational activities are designed to provide students with the knowledge and professional competences required in the maritime sector, with particular emphasis on the technical, operational, and managerial aspects of ships and their onboard systems. The programme includes courses in navigation, ship handling, marine propulsion, onboard machinery and systems, naval architecture, electrical and electronic systems, telecommunications, maritime safety, logistics and maritime transport, as well as the regulatory and organizational framework governing the maritime industry.

Teaching activities are complemented by practical exercises, laboratory sessions, simulation-based activities, and internships, enabling students to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world technical and operational problems. The programme is designed to develop the analytical, practical, and professional skills required to operate effectively in national and international maritime contexts.

The entire Degree Programme is taught in English, the official language of the maritime industry.

Administration

DITEN - Department of Electrical, Electronic,Telecommunication Engineering and Naval Architecture
DIEC - Department of Economics and Business Studies

Via Montallegro 1
16145 Genova

Teaching

All teaching activities will take place in Genova at:

• Villa Cambiaso - via Montallegro 1
• Polo Opera Pia - via all' Opera Pia 15 A
• Polo Economia - Via Vivaldi 5