Introductory Maritime Education,
for the Explorers of Tomorrow
Follow your curiosity, build your foundation,
and gain the confidence to grow in your maritime career.
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WELCOME TO MARITUDE
Best Foundation. Best Future.
Whether you are taking your very first steps toward a maritime career or are already a seasoned professional, MARITUDE equips you with the tools to grow. Our platform acts as a gateway into the maritime world, bridging the gap between curiosity and higher studies, between ambition and career advancement. From introductory resources for students to continuous professional development for experts, we help you navigate the complex waters of global maritime trade. Wherever you come from, and whatever your level of English, the MARITUDE team is here to support your journey.
Wherever you are in your career – or the world – we are here to help you:
- Practice your maritime English language skills whilst getting a lasting foundation in the industry
- Elevate your maritime career by turning your new set of skills into your biggest strength
- Enjoy an interactive learning environment that inspires you to keep going further, accessible 24/7
To get started, choose the course that best fits your goals.
See plans and pricing on each course’s page.
Maritime English
Foundations
This gateway will improve your essential Maritime English skills. The focus is on the language used in global maritime environments. You’ll enjoy tips, tools, recommended topics and other fantastic resources. It’s designed to help build a specific vocabulary of practical phrases and sentence structures. Please note this is not a language course.
Business Maritime English
Foundations
This course introduces you to the essential language of maritime business – communication, negotiation, and trade. You’ll develop your vocabulary and confidence while exploring how maritime commerce connects industries, people, and ideas across the world.
Legal Maritime English
Foundations
If an understanding of Maritime Law is critical to your career, then this module is for you. Develop your Legal English, both written and spoken with these tips, tools, topics and resources. Discover familiar legal maritime terminology, essential vocabulary, formal expressions and advocacy skills. Please note this is not a language course.
Technical Maritime English
Foundations
This foundational course introduces you to the language of maritime technology, operations, and engineering. You’ll learn the essential vocabulary and expressions used by seafarers, shipyard professionals, and technical staff in the global maritime industry. You’ll see how to acquire specialised vocabulary, expressions and phrases currently used across the industry. Please note this is not a language course.
Finance Maritime English
Foundations
This course introduces you to the essential language of maritime finance and trade. You’ll build your vocabulary and understanding of how money, investment, and risk move through the global maritime industry.
Management Maritime English
Foundations
This course introduces you to the language of maritime leadership and management. You’ll learn how to communicate clearly, make decisions effectively, and express professional ideas across global maritime teams and organisations. You'll find management vocabulary resources and learning techniques. Please note this is not a language course.
Maritime English
Advanced
This advanced module continues your Maritime English journey through time – from the age of discovery to the modern maritime world. It develops your command of language while exploring how global trade, navigation, and communication transformed both the industry and its vocabulary. You’ll learn how to add compound and functional expressions of increased difficulty to your vocabulary. Please note this is not a language course.
Business Maritime English
Advanced
This advanced course deepens your mastery of Business Maritime English for professional, academic, and strategic communication. You’ll refine your ability to discuss global trade, leadership, and innovation using authentic, high-level language.
Legal Maritime English
Advanced
This advanced course takes you beyond the foundations of Legal Maritime English into the evolving world of international maritime law. You’ll strengthen your command of specialised legal vocabulary, refine your written and spoken expression, and explore how global trade, policy, and maritime conventions have shaped the language of law at sea. You'll explore essential writing skills and research strategies applicable to the legal language of international maritime trade and education. Please note this is not a language course.
Technical Maritime English
Advanced
This advanced course strengthens your command of Technical Maritime English and prepares you to communicate confidently in complex engineering, operational, and safety contexts. You’ll explore specialised vocabulary, professional documents, and real-world scenarios used across the maritime sector.
Finance Maritime English
Advanced
This advanced course strengthens your command of Finance Maritime English for professional, academic, and strategic contexts. You’ll deepen your understanding of maritime investment, global transactions, and financial communication within the shipping industry.
Management Maritime English
Advanced
This advanced course develops your command of Management Maritime English for strategic, professional, and intercultural communication. You’ll refine your ability to lead teams, negotiate decisions, and manage complex operations with clarity and authority.
See what our fellows are saying about us.
“What an amazing tool for developing maritime trade acumen!
I just really loved the chance to explore the Legal Maritime English course. Great intro, great progression, engaging topics and conversations outside the box with interactive activities. This should be essential learning for all students. Highly recommended.”