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Integrating A Sustainability Curriculum Within Maritime Education: Case Study Of A South African University, Yamkela Nhleko Oct 2022

Integrating A Sustainability Curriculum Within Maritime Education: Case Study Of A South African University, Yamkela Nhleko

World Maritime University Dissertations

No abstract provided.


Enhancing Maritime Education Through Online Distance Learning In Developing Environments, Margaret Balungile Masuku Jan 2020

Enhancing Maritime Education Through Online Distance Learning In Developing Environments, Margaret Balungile Masuku

World Maritime University Dissertations

No abstract provided.


Introduction Of E-Learning: Assessment And Its Impact On The Fijian Seafarers, Mohammed Taslim Nov 2019

Introduction Of E-Learning: Assessment And Its Impact On The Fijian Seafarers, Mohammed Taslim

World Maritime University Dissertations

No abstract provided.


Effects Of The Standards Of Training, Certification And Watchkeeping For Seafarers (Stcw) 78 Convention, As Amended, On Kenya's Maritime Education And Training (Met), Michelle Hellena Wanga Jan 2015

Effects Of The Standards Of Training, Certification And Watchkeeping For Seafarers (Stcw) 78 Convention, As Amended, On Kenya's Maritime Education And Training (Met), Michelle Hellena Wanga

World Maritime University Dissertations

The dissertation is a study of the effects of the STCW 78, as amended, on Kenya’s MET. In this regard, it takes into consideration the recent requirements of the 2010 Manila amendments to the said Convention, and the set International Maritime Organization (IMO) deadline for Governments to comply with the mentioned provisions. Sequentially, the work examines the effects of the Convention, as amended, on Kenya’s Maritime Education and Training (MET) by initially exploring the historical and contemporary status of the country’s MET. Furthermore, it delivers a comparative analysis of Kenya’s strategies in the execution of the STCW 78, as amended, …


Assessment Of Quality Of Training And Education Of Seafarers In South Africa And Ghana, Mafemani Tiyisa Henry Maringa Jan 2015

Assessment Of Quality Of Training And Education Of Seafarers In South Africa And Ghana, Mafemani Tiyisa Henry Maringa

World Maritime University Dissertations

Attaining quality in maritime education and training is very crucial for effective maritime development. Quality MET has therefore become an imperative for countries wishing to effectively develop their maritime sectors. This dissertation sought to assess the quality of maritime education and training from the perspectives of seafarers in Africa, with specific reference to South Africa and Ghana. Participants for the study included maritime administrators, MET lecturers, and seafarers, in both Ghana and South Africa, who were selected using the purposive sampling method. The qualitative research method was employed to investigate the objectives of the study. The findings of the study …


The Relevance Of Maritime Education And Training At The Secondary Level, Simone Britanna Cunningham Jan 2015

The Relevance Of Maritime Education And Training At The Secondary Level, Simone Britanna Cunningham

World Maritime University Dissertations

The relevance of MET at the secondary level has been found to be necessary to increase awareness as well as to mitigate the trends and challenges influenced by the philosophical and sociological changes experienced in society and the Maritime Industry. Firstly, this study examines the purpose of secondary education, the secondary curriculum; factors that may require MET at the secondary level as well as the effectiveness of early awareness of maritime concepts to youth ages 11-18 years. Secondly, a mixed method approach was applied in collecting and analysing data through survey and interviews. Considering the objectives of the study the …


An Empirical Study On The Need For Anchor Operation Education And Training, Masashi Sugomori Jan 2010

An Empirical Study On The Need For Anchor Operation Education And Training, Masashi Sugomori

World Maritime University Dissertations

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The Role Of An Education In The Behavioural Sciences Towards Contributing To The Safety Culture Of The Maritime Industry, Carolyn A E. Graham Jan 2008

The Role Of An Education In The Behavioural Sciences Towards Contributing To The Safety Culture Of The Maritime Industry, Carolyn A E. Graham

World Maritime University Dissertations

No abstract provided.