Sustainable use of Oceans and Seas
The need for sustainability is one of the maritime sector's biggest challenges. Sustainability is essential in light of climate change and to limit the impact on the environment. New EU and IMO regulations impose increasingly strict rules on shipping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and underwater noise. These requirements pose complex questions for shipping companies. How can they become more sustainable while remaining competitive? Innovative solutions in alternative fuels, (auxiliary) wind propulsion, capturing harmful substances, bubble curtains, and new propellers can help address these challenges. In this minor, you will learn about the meaning of sustainable development, new regulations on sustainability, the technical and navigational challenges involved, and engage in practical research on potential solutions.
Minor content
The minor begins with a week of Summer School, immersing you in sustainability. You'll work on a practical case on Terschelling, attend guest lectures from industry experts representing regulators, shipping companies, and environmental organizations, and participate in workshops led by maritime innovators. During this week, you'll also choose the practical assignment you'll be researching in the coming weeks. In the minor, you'll work on your assignment in small multidisciplinary groups under the guidance of instructors. Together, you'll design a solution for a practical problem. Additionally, you'll take supporting courses related to the sustainability theme.
Structure of the minor
- Summer School
- Project Management and Thesis
- Sustainable Development
- Wind-Assisted Sailing
- Future Fuels or Future Fuels Technical
- Environmental Impact Assessment
- CO2 Footprint Ship
- Underwater Noise
Supplement to 30 EC with a choice from (parts of):
- Subsea and Offshore Operations
- Maritime Economics
- Basic Computer Networks
- DP Technical
Study features
Examination
- Research report
- Presentation
- Written exam
- Assessment
The course has a strong maritime focus, emphasizing the technical background of the topics covered. The course is particularly suitable for individuals with the following backgrounds:
- Maritime Engineering
- Maritime Officer
- Ocean Technology
- Engineering with maritime affinity
It is advantageous if you have a sense of numbers and logic to successfully complete the course. External participants attend (digital) classes alongside regular fourth-year HBO students.