Master of Maritime Operations

Western Norway University of Applied Sciences
Maritime Operations
Masters
Life Sciences
Public University
Norway

A joint international 2-year (120 ECTS) full-time master’s degree program taught in English, offered in cooperation with the University of Applied Sciences Emden/Leer in Germany. The curriculum combines the operational and organizational focus of the nautical domain with the technical and managerial perspectives of engineering. Students split their foundational studies between Haugesund (Norway) and Leer (Germany) before selecting a specialized profile for their advanced coursework and thesis.

Course Details

Category	Details
Time	Full Time
Campus	Haugesund
Duration	2
Deadline-Date	1-December,
Fee Per Year
Application Fee
Currency	nok
Intake Link	https://www.hvl.no/en/hvl-students/academic-calendar/
Deadline Link	https://www.hvl.no/en/studies-at-hvl/study-programmes/maritime-operations/
Intakes	August
Program language requirement	When applying for admission to international master programmes, applicants outside the Nordic countries must provide evidence of academic achievements and skills in English. Letters of proficiency from universities are not approved to meet the English requirement. Accepted exemptions are mentioned below. The document should be named Proof of English. You need a certificate from one of the following tests: IELTS: International English Language Testing Service (IELTS) with at least 6.0 points. The test must be of the type Academic. We do not accept the IELTS Home test. Upload a copy of your official test result with a legible TRF number in the bottom right corner. HVL will verify your test result online. TOEFL: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with at least 550 points for Paper-based test (PBT), or at least 80 points for Internet-based test (IBT) or at least 4 points on the 1-6 scale. We accept the TOEFL iBT Home edition test. We do not accept TOEFL My Best Score to meet our English language requirements. Upload a copy of your official Test Taker Score Report. The TOEFL test result cannot be more than two years old when you apply for admission. Pearson PTE Academic: Pearson PTE Academic with an overall score of at least 59. We do not accept the Pearson PTE Home test. Upload a PDF of your score report and HVL will verify your result. Cambridge English Examinations: Cambridge ESOL Examinations: - B2 First – Previously known as First certificate in English with the result B or better, or, -C1 Advanced - Previously known as Certificate in Advanced English with the result C or better, or -C2 Proficiency - Previously known as Certificate of Proficiency with the result C or better Upload your Statement of Results to the application portal and HVL will verify the result. You normally do not have to document your skills in English if you have: Have completed at least one year of your university studies in academic subjects with English as the language of instruction in Great Britain, Ireland, USA, Canada, New Zealand or Australia. Please note that branch campus, validated and franchised programmes and distance learning students are not exempt from providing an English test. Bachelor degree or minimum one year of master studies (60 ECTS) with English as the medium of instruction completed in one of the Nordic countries University degree in English language and/or literature (a degree in other disciplines taught in English does not meet this requirement) Please note that having worked in an English speaking environment or lived in an English speaking country does not satisfy the English language requirement.

Who can Choose this program?

Bachelor’s Degree: A relevant bachelor’s degree in Maritime Operations, Nautical Science, Marine Engineering, or Naval Architecture.

Additional Information

Category	Details
Scope of the program	Prepares graduates for advanced technical, operational, and management careers—such as maritime project manager, offshore operations engineer, fleet manager, subsea specialist, and maritime consultant—across shipping companies, offshore supply industries, shipbuilding firms, port authorities, and maritime administration agencies, as well as eligibility to pursue doctoral (PhD) studies.
Program entry requirement	Admission requirements The general admission requirement is relevant bachelor's degree with 80 credits specialization in technical and/or nautical courses, or equivalent professional education. You must fulfil one of the following specific requirements: Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering, relevant courses, 180 credits or equivalent Bachelor degree in Nautical Science, relevant courses, 180 credits or equivalent Bachelor degree in Maritime Studies, relevant courses, 180 credits or equivalent Applicants from outside the Nordic countries and Germany must provide evidence of their academic achievements and proficiency in English. Proof of proficiency in English: When applying for admission to international master programmes, all applicants outside the Nordic countries must provide evidence of academic achievements and skills in English. Letters of proficiency from universities are not approved to meet the English requirement. Accepted exemptions are mentioned below. The document should be named Proof of English. You need a certificate from one of the following tests: IELTS: International English Language Testing Service (IELTS) with at least 6.0 points. The test must be of the type Academic. We do not accept the IELTS Home test. Upload a copy of your official test result with a legible TRF number in the bottom right corner. HVL will verify your test result online. TOEFL: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with at least 550 points for Paper-based test (PBT), or at least 80 points for Internet-based test (IBT). We accept the TOEFL iBT Home edition test. We do not accept TOEFL My Best Score to meet our English language requirements. Upload a copy of your official Test Taker Score Report. The TOEFL test result cannot be more than two years old when you apply for admission. Pearson PTE Academic: Pearson PTE Academic with an overall score of at least 59. We do not accept the Pearson PTE Home test. Upload a PDF of your score report and HVL will verify your result. Cambridge English Examinations: Cambridge ESOL Examinations: - B2 First – Previously known as First certificate in English with the result B or better, or, -C1 Advanced - Previously known as Certificate in Advanced English with the result C or better, or -C2 Proficiency - Previously known as Certificate of Proficiency with the result C or better Upload your Statement of Results to the application portal and HVL will verify the result. Please note that having worked in an English speaking environment or lived in an English speaking country does not satisfy the English language requirement. Secondary education Upper secondary education Scan and upload your official certificate/diploma and transcripts documenting that you have completed your upper secondary education. If you completed Norwegian upper secondary school, and have an electronic diploma you do not need to upload this. The document should be named Secondary School. Higer education Higher education from your country Final certificate/Diploma from relevant Bachelor degree: You must upload your final University degree certificate or diploma with a grading scale. We do not accept provisional certificates. The document should be named Degree diploma. Complete transcript of records from relevant Bachelor degree: You must also upload your complete transcript of records (an official statement listing courses/subjects completed at university). The document should be named Transcript of records University. You must also submit separate transcripts for courses/modules from other institutions included in your degree, such as exempted or transfer credits or in cases of admission to a bachelor’s programme due to advanced standing. If the original language of your documents is not English or a Scandinavian language, officially certified copies of a translation to one of these languages must accompany certified copies of your documents in the original language. Please note that we reserve the right to verify your educational documents with the issuing institution at any time during the admission process. CV Your CV including educational background. The document should be named CV. Identification Passport or ID card Upload a copy of your passport or ID card, including full name, date of birth and gender. Only the ID-page must be scanned and uploaded. Name the pdf file passport or idcard. Financing Only citizens from countries outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland need to document funding. Documentation of financing Financing should be documented with one of the following documents: A recent official bank statement or bank transcript in your own name. The bank statement or bank transcript can show any currency, as long as it is clear from the statement/transcript which currency is being used. A letter confirming that you are eligible for a scholarship or student loan from your home country. A sponsor guarantee letter and a sponsor’s recent official bank statement/transcript. Documentation of financing should not be older than three months at the time of the application, and must be uploaded to the application portal within the application deadline. All documents must be in English or a Scandinavian language. Translation of documents Official translations must accompany any document in which the original language is not English or a Scandinavian language.
Required GPA	A recognized 4-year Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum CGPA of 2.7–3.0/4.0 or equivalent. Competitive universities generally prefer 3.0/4.0 or higher.
GRE Required	No – GRE is not required for this program.
GMAT Required	No – GMAT is not required for this program.
Application Process	1. Apply to an accredited Norwegian higher education institution and secure full-time admission. 2. Receive your official unconditional admission letter confirming your study program. 3. Transfer required living expenses and tuition fees to the university's deposit account or an approved Norwegian bank account. 4. Create an account on the UDI Application Portal Norway and complete the online study permit application. 5. Pay the required UDI residence permit application fee online and download your cover letter. 6. Prepare supporting documents: passport, admission letter, deposit receipt, housing documentation, and insurance. 7. Book a submission appointment at the nearest Norwegian Embassy, Consulate, or VFS Global Centre. 8. Attend your appointment to submit your document checklist, give biometric data, and submit your passport. 9. Track your application status on the UDI portal and await the official decision. 10. Travel to Norway after permit approval and register with the local police station to obtain your Residence Card.
Available Scholarships	https://studyabroadupdates.com/scholarships/
Program accreditation	Accredited by NOKUT (Norwegian Agency for Quality Assurance in Education) under the Norwegian university system.
Living expenses	Living Expenses: Average living costs range from NOK 12,000–16,000 per month, covering accommodation, food, transportation, study materials, and personal expenses. Students should budget around NOK 150,000–170,000 per year.
Visa Process Details	1. Passport: Valid passport with required validity and blank pages (Mandatory). 2. CNIC / B-Form / FRC: Applicant ID and family relationship documents (Mandatory). 3. Photographs: Recent biometric passport-sized photos (Mandatory). 4. Offer letter: Official unconditional admission letter (Mandatory). 5. Tuition fee receipt: Deposit, tuition payment, or scholarship proof (Mandatory/Conditional). 6. Academic documents: Transcripts, degrees, and required attestations (Mandatory). 7. Language certificate: IELTS, TOEFL, or language test proof (Conditional). 8. CV / resume: Updated resume with education and gap details (Mandatory/Conditional). 9. SOP / motivation letter: Study plan and home ties explanation (Mandatory/Conditional). 10. Financial documents: Bank statements, income proof, and source of funds (Mandatory). 11. Sponsor documents: Sponsor ID, affidavit, and income proof (Conditional). 12. Accommodation proof: Housing booking, contract, or university letter (Mandatory/Conditional). 13. Insurance: Travel and health insurance coverage (Mandatory/Conditional). 14. Police certificate: Character clearance certificate if required (Conditional). 15. Medical certificate: Medical clearance certificate if required (Conditional). 16. Translations / legalization: Certified translations or legalization if required (Conditional). 17. Previous refusals: Visa refusal letters and explanation if applicable (Mandatory if applicable). 18. Travel history: Copies of previous visas and travel stamps (Conditional). 19. Family / home ties: Return proof such as FRC, property, or job ties (Recommended). 20. Country-specific: UDI application portal cover letter (Country-specific). 21. Country-specific: Funds deposit in a Norwegian or student bank account (Country-specific). 22. Country-specific: Housing documentation if required (Country-specific).
Part timework	Part-time Work: International students can work up to 20 hours per week during the academic semester and full-time during official holidays. Many students find part-time jobs in retail, hospitality, customer service, and campus roles.
Post-study work opportunity	Post-Study Work Opportunity: After graduation, eligible students can apply for a 12-month Job Seeker Residence Permit to stay in Norway and search for employment. Once they secure a qualifying job, they can apply for a Skilled Worker Residence Permit, which can lead to long-term residence if eligibility requirements are met.

What are the admission requirements for the Master's program in Maritime Operations?

The general admission requirement is a relevant bachelor's degree with 80 credits specialization in technical and/or nautical courses, or equivalent professional education. Specific requirements include a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Nautical Science, or Maritime Studies, each with a minimum of 180 credits. Applicants from outside Nordic countries and Germany must provide proof of English proficiency.

What tests are accepted for proving English language proficiency?

Acceptable tests include IELTS with a minimum score of 6.0, TOEFL with at least 550 points (Paper-based) or 80 points (Internet-based), Pearson PTE Academic with a score of at least 59, and Cambridge ESOL Examinations results such as B2 First or C1 Advanced. Letters of proficiency from universities are not accepted.

What is the duration and structure of the Master's program?

The Master's program lasts for 2 years (120 ECTS) and is divided into four semesters. The first year covers core courses related to maritime regulations, safety, and ship systems. In the third semester, students choose between two specializations: Maritime Technology and Management or Sustainable Maritime Operations.

Are there any scholarships available for this program?

Yes, there are scholarships available. Students can visit the provided link to explore scholarship opportunities that they may be eligible for.

Can international students work while studying in this program?

Yes, international students can work up to 20 hours per week during the academic semester and full-time during official holidays. Many students find part-time jobs in sectors such as retail, hospitality, customer service, and campus roles.