Class society DNV and the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) will co-develop and deliver a specialised Master of Science in Vessel Management.
The new Master’s-level programme is designed to support engineering and naval architecture graduates with limited or no onboard experience, as well as other maritime professionals, who are interested in moving into technical superintendent roles, DNV said in a statement.
Dr Shahrin Osman, Business Development Director at DNV Maritime Advisory in Singapore, said, “Digitalisation and the transition to low and zero carbon fuels are reshaping the expectations of the maritime workforce. In particular, superintendent roles increasingly require not only technical expertise and operational judgement, but a deep understanding of today’s emerging technologies. Through this programme, DNV and SIT aim to equip new entrants with the applied knowledge and practical competence needed as the industry transitions towards more digital and lower carbon operations, helping companies build long term resilience.”
The programme is designed based on a flexible, competency‑based model and practice-oriented pathway. The Master of Science in Vessel Management programme is expected to start in early 2027.
