List of Courses Offered at Regional Maritime University

Regional Maritime University is a private private university located in Greater Accra Region. Below is the complete, regularly updated list of programs offered at Regional Maritime University for the 2026/2027 admissions cycle, grouped by field of study, with degree type, duration, and the latest cutoff points where available.

Agriculture & Environmental Sciences (1 program)

Coastal Environment Management

Agriculture & Environmental Sciences

Coastal Environment Management focuses on the sustainable use and protection of coastal zones. It balances human development, like tourism and port construction, with the urgent need to protect fragile marine and shoreline ecosystems from erosion, pollution, and climate change.

2 YearsMSc

Entry Requirements

A good First Degree with at least a Minimum of 2nd Class Lower Division in any Social Science, Business Administration, Maritime Discipline or related disciplines.

Business & Actuarial Studies (8 programs)

Ports and Shipping Management

Business & Actuarial Studies

Ports and Shipping Management is a commercially focused program that teaches you how to run the day-to-day business operations of maritime transport and port terminals. You will learn about supply chain logistics, terminal operations, freight forwarding, and the financial management of shipping fleets, preparing you to optimize the movement of cargo across the globe.

2 YearsDiploma

Entry Requirements

WASSCE/SSSCE: Passes in six subjects (A1-D7/A-D) including English, Mathematics, and a minimum of D7 in three elective subjects.

Port and Shipping Administration

Business & Actuarial Studies

Port and Shipping Administration focuses on the governance, policy, and regulatory frameworks that keep global maritime trade moving. You will study maritime law, port economics, and the administrative structures of port authorities, learning how to manage the complex intersection of international trade regulations, environmental policies, and public infrastructure.

4 YearsBSc

Entry Requirements

WASSCE/SSSCE: Credit passes in three core subjects plus three electives in Science/Technical/Visual/Business/General Arts/Home Economics/Agricultural Science.

Logistics Management

Business & Actuarial Studies

Logistics Management focuses on the efficient flow and storage of goods, services, and information from the point of origin to the point of consumption. It covers everything from warehousing and inventory control to transportation planning and procurement.

4 YearsBSc

Entry Requirements

WASSCE/SSSCE: Credit passes in three core subjects plus three electives in Science/Technical/Visual/Business/General Arts/Home Economics/Agricultural Science.

Port and Shipping Administration

Business & Actuarial Studies

Port and Shipping Administration focuses on the governance, policy, and regulatory frameworks that keep global maritime trade moving. You will study maritime law, port economics, and the administrative structures of port authorities, learning how to manage the complex intersection of international trade regulations, environmental policies, and public infrastructure.

2 YearsMA

Entry Requirements

A good First Degree with at least a Minimum of 2nd Class Lower Division in any Social Science, Business Administration, Maritime Discipline or related disciplines, or highest-grade Certificate of Competency as Master Mariner/Chief Engineer.

International Shipping and Logistics

Business & Actuarial Studies

International Shipping and Logistics covers the global movement of goods, focusing specifically on maritime transport, supply chain coordination, customs regulations, and international trade law. It is the backbone of global commerce, ensuring products move efficiently from manufacturers to consumers across borders.

2 YearsMSc

Entry Requirements

A good First Degree with at least a Minimum of 2nd Class Lower Division in any Social Science, Business Administration, Maritime Discipline or related disciplines.

Accounting

Business & Actuarial Studies

Accounting teaches you how to track, manage, and report financial information for businesses and organizations. You will learn how to audit financial statements, calculate taxes, manage budgets, and use accounting software to keep companies financially healthy and compliant with regulations.

4 YearsBSc

Entry Requirements

WASSCE/SSSCE: Credit passes in three core subjects plus three electives in Science/Technical/Visual/Business/General Arts/Home Economics/Agricultural Science.

Accounting

Business & Actuarial Studies

Accounting teaches you how to track, manage, and report financial information for businesses and organizations. You will learn how to audit financial statements, calculate taxes, manage budgets, and use accounting software to keep companies financially healthy and compliant with regulations.

2 YearsDiploma

Entry Requirements

WASSCE/SSSCE: Passes in six subjects (A1-D7/A-D) including English, Mathematics, and a minimum of D7 in three elective subjects.

Procurement and Supply Chain Management

Business & Actuarial Studies

Procurement and Supply Chain Management teaches you how organizations buy the right things, at the right price, from the right suppliers -- and how those goods move efficiently through the whole supply chain to the final customer. It covers sourcing, negotiation, inventory, and logistics all in one.

4 YearsBSc

Entry Requirements

WASSCE/SSSCE: Credit passes in three core subjects plus three electives in Science/Technical/Visual/Business/General Arts/Home Economics/Agricultural Science.

Engineering & Technology (16 programs)

Nautical Science

Engineering & Technology

Nautical Science teaches you how to navigate and operate ships safely across the world's oceans and waterways. You'll learn how to read nautical charts, use advanced bridge technology, manage ship cargo, and handle emergency situations at sea. It's a highly practical mix of geography, physics, and hands-on ship handling that prepares you to become a ship's deck officer or captain.

4 YearsBSc

Entry Requirements

WASSCE/SSSCE: Credit passes (A1-C6/A-D) in English, Mathematics, Integrated Science, Elective Mathematics, and two science/technical electives.

Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Engineering & Technology

Electrical and Electronics Engineering covers everything from large-scale power generation grids to small microchips inside smartphones. You will learn how electrical energy is generated, transmitted, and controlled, as well as how electronic signals process data in modern devices.

4 YearsBSc

Entry Requirements

WASSCE/SSSCE: Credit passes (A1-C6/A-D) in English, Mathematics, Integrated Science, Elective Mathematics, and two science/technical electives.

Nautical Science

Engineering & Technology

Nautical Science teaches you how to navigate and operate ships safely across the world's oceans and waterways. You'll learn how to read nautical charts, use advanced bridge technology, manage ship cargo, and handle emergency situations at sea. It's a highly practical mix of geography, physics, and hands-on ship handling that prepares you to become a ship's deck officer or captain.

2 YearsDiploma

Entry Requirements

WASSCE/SSSCE: Passes in six subjects (A1-D7/A-D) including English, Mathematics, and a minimum of D7 in three elective subjects. Science background required.

Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Engineering & Technology

Electrical and Electronics Engineering covers everything from large-scale power generation grids to small microchips inside smartphones. You will learn how electrical energy is generated, transmitted, and controlled, as well as how electronic signals process data in modern devices.

2 YearsDiploma

Entry Requirements

WASSCE/SSSCE: Passes in six subjects (A1-D7/A-D) including English, Mathematics, and a minimum of D7 in three elective subjects. Science background required.

Marine Engineering

Engineering & Technology

Marine Engineering trains you to design, build, and maintain the machinery that powers ships and marine vessels engines, propulsion systems, and onboard equipment. Based at Ghana's dedicated maritime university, it prepares you for a career keeping ships and offshore vessels running safely.

4 YearsBSc

Entry Requirements

WASSCE/SSSCE: Credit passes (A1-C6/A-D) in English, Mathematics, Integrated Science, Elective Mathematics, and two science/technical electives.

Computer Science

Engineering & Technology

Computer Science is about learning how to write software and solve complex problems with code. You will learn how computer systems work, how to design databases, how to build web and mobile applications, and how to write efficient algorithms.

4 YearsBSc

Entry Requirements

WASSCE/SSSCE: Credit passes (A1-C6/A-D) in English, Mathematics, Integrated Science, Elective Mathematics, and two science/technical electives.

Marine Engineering

Engineering & Technology

Marine Engineering trains you to design, build, and maintain the machinery that powers ships and marine vessels engines, propulsion systems, and onboard equipment. Based at Ghana's dedicated maritime university, it prepares you for a career keeping ships and offshore vessels running safely.

2 YearsDiploma

Entry Requirements

WASSCE/SSSCE: Passes in six subjects (A1-D7/A-D) including English, Mathematics, and a minimum of D7 in three elective subjects. Science background required.

Mechanical Engineering

Engineering & Technology

Mechanical Engineering deals with the design, analysis, manufacturing, and maintenance of physical machines and thermal systems. You will study mechanics, materials science, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and CAD software to build everything from engine parts to industrial pumps.

4 YearsBSc

Entry Requirements

WASSCE/SSSCE: Credit passes (A1-C6/A-D) in English, Mathematics, Integrated Science, Elective Mathematics, and two science/technical electives.

Information Technology

Engineering & Technology

Information Technology (IT) focuses on managing, securing, and supporting computer systems, networks, and enterprise software for organizations. You will learn network administration, cybersecurity fundamentals, cloud computing, database management, and IT service support.

2 YearsDiploma

Entry Requirements

WASSCE/SSSCE: Passes in six subjects (A1-D7/A-D) including English, Mathematics, and a minimum of D7 in three elective subjects.

Computer Engineering

Engineering & Technology

Computer Engineering blends electronic engineering with computer science to build hardware components and the software that controls them. You will learn to design microprocessors, create embedded systems, build smart devices, and write low-level code that directly controls hardware.

4 YearsBSc

Entry Requirements

WASSCE/SSSCE: Credit passes (A1-C6/A-D) in English, Mathematics, Integrated Science, Elective Mathematics, and two science/technical electives.

Information Technology

Engineering & Technology

Information Technology (IT) focuses on managing, securing, and supporting computer systems, networks, and enterprise software for organizations. You will learn network administration, cybersecurity fundamentals, cloud computing, database management, and IT service support.

4 YearsBSc

Entry Requirements

WASSCE/SSSCE: Credit passes in three core subjects plus three electives in Science/Technical/Visual/Business/General Arts/Home Economics/Agricultural Science.

Environmental Engineering

Engineering & Technology

Environmental Engineering focuses on developing solutions to protect and restore the natural environment. You will study how to manage waste, control pollution, and ensure access to clean water and air. The curriculum blends civil engineering principles with environmental science to design sustainable infrastructure. Graduates play a critical role in addressing global challenges like climate change, resource depletion, and urban pollution.

2 YearsMSc

Entry Requirements

A good first degree in Marine/Mechanical/Civil/Naval/Offshore/Electrical/Electronics/Petroleum/Petrochemical/Chemical Engineering with at least 2nd Class Lower Division.

Electrical Power Engineering

Engineering & Technology

Electrical Power Engineering focuses on the generation, transmission, distribution, and utilization of electric power. You will learn how to design and maintain the systems that keep the lights on, from massive power plants and high-voltage transmission lines to integrating renewable energy sources like wind and solar into the national grid.

2 YearsMSc

Entry Requirements

A good first degree in Marine/Mechanical/Civil/Naval/Offshore/Electrical/Electronics/Petroleum/Petrochemical/Chemical Engineering with at least 2nd Class Lower Division.

Renewable Energy Engineering

Engineering & Technology

Renewable Energy Engineering teaches you how to design and manage systems that generate power from renewable sources like solar, wind, and biomass. As Ghana looks to diversify its energy mix, this field trains the engineers who'll build that cleaner energy future.

2 YearsMSc

Entry Requirements

A good first degree in Marine/Mechanical/Civil/Naval/Offshore/Electrical/Electronics/Petroleum/Petrochemical/Chemical Engineering with at least 2nd Class Lower Division.

Subsea Engineering

Engineering & Technology

Subsea Engineering focuses on the design, installation, and maintenance of equipment and structures used underwater. While traditionally tied to the offshore oil and gas industry, it is now rapidly expanding into offshore wind farms, marine renewable energy, and underwater telecommunications.

2 YearsMSc

Entry Requirements

A good first degree in Marine/Mechanical/Civil/Naval/Offshore/Electrical/Electronics/Petroleum/Petrochemical/Chemical Engineering with at least 2nd Class Lower Division.

Bioprocess Engineering

Engineering & Technology

Bioprocess Engineering applies engineering principles to biological systems to manufacture products like pharmaceuticals, vaccines, biofuels, and food. It bridges the gap between biology, chemistry, and chemical engineering, focusing on how to take a biological discovery in a lab and scale it up to industrial production.

2 YearsMSc

Entry Requirements

A good first degree in Marine/Mechanical/Civil/Naval/Offshore/Electrical/Electronics/Petroleum/Petrochemical/Chemical Engineering with at least 2nd Class Lower Division.

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Regional Maritime University offers 25 programs across 3 fields of study, including Agriculture & Environmental Sciences, Business & Actuarial Studies, Engineering & Technology.

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