Diploma programmes
A diploma programme is a practice-oriented continuing education pathway designed for professionals who are already employed and wish to strengthen their competencies within a specific field. It can be completed part-time and is organised flexibly so it can fit into a busy work schedule. The programme builds on a short-cycle or medium-cycle higher education degree and provides formal qualifications at an academic level—without requiring a full master’s degree. It is particularly relevant if you wish to gain subject-specific specialisation or take on new responsibilities in your current role.
Programmes offered at Copenhagen Business School (CBS)
HD for Seafarers – Copenhagen Maritime Business
This higher diploma programme is a flexible learning pathway designed for seafarers who wish to strengthen their competencies in maritime business understanding, economics, and strategic development. The programme consists of three independent HD-level courses that provide practice-oriented knowledge you can apply directly in your work—both at sea and on shore.
The programme is offered 100% online by Copenhagen Business School (CBS) and is specifically developed for seafarers with irregular working hours and periods of deployment. You can follow the teaching whenever it suits you and take one or several courses depending on your needs. The courses are at diploma level, but the programme does not constitute a full HD2 qualification.
- Admission requirements: Open to all seafarers with an interest in the commercial aspects of shipping and maritime operations. Teaching is conducted in English.
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HD2 Maritime
HD2 Maritime is an advanced part-time programme for those working—or wishing to work—in the maritime sector with a focus on shipping, logistics, and business development. The programme combines theory and practice and provides strong analytical and commercial competencies that can be applied directly in the workplace.
The programme is offered online by Copenhagen Business School (CBS) and is completed over two years (60 ECTS) alongside full-time employment. It is targeted at employees in shipping companies, ports, maritime service providers, and related industries.
- Admission requirements: A relevant vocational or upper secondary education and at least two years of work experience.
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Programmes offered at DTU / MARTEC
Diploma Engineer in Naval Architecture and Maritime Design
The Diploma Engineer programme in Naval Architecture and Maritime Design is aimed at students who wish to work with ship design, offshore technology, and sustainable maritime solutions.
The programme is offered in collaboration between DTU and MARTEC and can be completed in Frederikshavn at MARTEC or at DTU’s campuses in Lyngby and Ballerup. Students apply for admission through DTU and may choose their study location. Regardless of location, the curriculum is identical.
- Admission requirements: An upper secondary school leaving certificate or a relevant vocational education (e.g., Marine Engineer or Maritime Technology) with specific subject requirements (Mathematics A, Physics B / Geoscience A, Chemistry C/B, English B).
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Programmes offered at SIMAC
Diploma Programme in Maritime Operations and Sustainable Development
This diploma programme is designed for professionals working with technical operations, environmental management, and leadership in maritime technical systems—both at sea and on shore. The programme provides solid further education in sustainable maritime operations and development and is offered as flexible part-time e-learning over typically two years (60 ECTS).
The programme is offered by SIMAC and can be completed alongside full-time employment. It is relevant for, for example, marine engineers, ship officers, and others with a technical background in the maritime sector.
- Admission requirements: A relevant higher education qualification (minimum Academy Profession level) and at least two years of work experience after completing the degree.
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Programmes offered at Fredericia School of Marine and Technical Engineering
Technological Diploma Programme in Maintenance
This programme is designed for professionals who wish to specialise in operational reliability, maintenance strategies, and the optimisation of technical systems. It is particularly relevant for marine engineers and technicians working with operations and maintenance—both at sea and on shore.
The programme is offered by Fredericia School of Marine and Technical Engineering and can be completed either as a full diploma programme (60 ECTS) or through individual modules. It is delivered as a part-time programme and can be adapted to a busy work schedule.
- Admission requirements: A relevant higher education qualification at minimum Academy Profession level and at least two years of work experience after graduation.
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Diploma Module in Power-to-X Technologies and Value Chains
This diploma module is intended for professionals seeking technical and strategic insight into Power-to-X technologies and their role in future energy systems. Teaching focuses on the entire value chain—from production and storage to application and integration into industrial processes.
The module is offered by Fredericia School of Marine and Technical Engineering as part of a technological diploma programme. It can be taken independently and completed part-time alongside employment.
- Admission requirements: A relevant higher education qualification at minimum Academy Profession level and at least two years of work experience.
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