M.S (By Research)

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Foreword by the Head of Department

M.S (By Research) in maritime is a postgraduate research program offered by Indian Maritime University. It is designed to provide students with advanced research skills and knowledge in various aspects of the maritime industry. The program aims to develop research capabilities in students and equip them with the skills required to conduct independent research in the field of maritime studies.The program provides students with excellent opportunities to pursue a career in academia, research, or industry in the maritime sector.

Overview

M.S (By Research) in maritime is a postgraduate research program offered by Indian Maritime University. It is designed to provide students with advanced research skills and knowledge in various aspects of the maritime industry. The program aims to develop research capabilities in students and equip them with the skills required to conduct independent research in the field of maritime studies.The program provides students with excellent opportunities to pursue a career in academia, research, or industry in the maritime sector.

Eligibility

  • Educational Qualification

    Candidates who have completed:

    Requirement for UG degree or equivalent in relevant discipline with minimum 55% marks/CGPA, except for Mariners who need Master/MEO Class I Certificate. 5% relaxation for reserved categories as per Govt. norms.


  • Relaxation

    A relaxation of 5% marks or its equivalent grade may be allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-abled, Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and other categories of candidates as per the decision of the Government of India from time to time.


Course Fee

Residential/ Non Residential

Fees Payable by Students for various Programmes in IMU Campuses  

(Not applicable to Affiliated Institutes)

Residential/ Non 

Residential

Total Fees for the

Academic Year (Rs.)

Fee Payable per Semester

Odd Semester 

Even  

Semester

Programme Fee (Rs.)

Semester Fee (Rs.)

Semester Fee 

(Rs.)

 

2-year Residential Programme

3,55,000 

30,000/- 

1,62,500/- 

1,62,500/-

Fees Payable by Students for various Programmes in IMU Campuses  
(Not applicable to Affiliated Institutes)

Program Structure

Areas of Research:
 The University shall provide facilities for research in the following indicative areas: 
a. Marine Engineering 
b. Nautical Science 
c. Naval Architecture, Ship Building and Ship Breaking
d. Dredging and Harbour Engineering 
e. Off-shore Support Services
f. Inland Waterways, Coastal Shipping and River-Sea Shipping 
g. Port and Shipping Management 
h. Logistics and Supply Chain Management 
i. Maritime Security and Piracy
j. Maritime Law, Maritime Insurance
k. Inter-disciplinary areas
l. Maritime related areas

Career Opportunities

Here are some career opportunities after M.S (By Research) in maritime:
a) Research and Development in the maritime industry
b) Teaching and academic careers
c) Consulting in the field of maritime engineering and technology
d) Employment in government organizations, shipping companies, and port authorities
e) Entrepreneurship and start-ups in the maritime industry
f) Consulting for maritime policy and regulation
 

Avenues for further studies