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20260412890The Maritime Navigation program is designed to prepare qualified personnel in navigation sciences, ship operations, and management, in accordance with academic standards and the requirements of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and STCW Convention 78, ensuring international recognition of its graduates. The program combines theoretical study with practical application in the areas of navigation, ship stability, maneuvering, maritime law, navigation and communication systems, and maritime safety and security. Its aim is to produce highly competent maritime officers with strong professional and operational skills. The program awards a Bachelor of Science degree in Maritime Navigation, in addition to professional certifications accredited under the STCW Convention and certified by the Public Transport Authority. This qualifies graduates to obtain the National Certificate of Competence and work in the maritime sector internationally. The program also emphasizes intensive practical training, including maritime training and advanced simulators, to enhance professional readiness and enable graduates to perform their responsibilities effectively in diverse maritime work environments.
International excellence in marine navigation for transport safety and marine environment.
To provide distinctive maritime education and training that prepares competent seafarers capable of ensuring safe shipping, supporting the sustainable maritime industry, and aligned with KAU's mission, the National Qualifications Framework (NQF), and the STCW Convention
Last Modified Date: 23/07/2026 - 2:07 PM Saudi Arabia Time
| Course Code | Course | Credits | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| MATH 110 | General Mathematics I | 3 | – |
| PHYS 110 | General Physics I | 3 | – |
| ELIS 110 | Intensive English (1) | 3 | – |
| CPIT 110 | Basic Computer Science | 3 | – |
| BIO 110 | General Biology I | 3 | – |
| CHEM 110 | General Chemistry I | 3 | – |
| STAT 110 | General Statistics I | 3 | – |
| ELIS 120 | Intensive English (2) | 3 | ELIS 110 |
| ARAB 101 | Arabic Language I | 3 | – |
| MATH 201 | Mathematics for Maritime Studies | 4 | MATH 110 |
| PHYS 204 | General Physics III | 4 | PHYS 110 |
| PHYS 281 | Physics (Practical) | 1 | – |
| MS 201 | Oceanography | 3 | MATH 110 |
| ISLS 101 | Islamic Culture I | 2 | – |
| ISLS 201 | Islamic Culture II | 2 | ISLS 101 |
| ISLS 301 | Islamic Culture III | 2 | ISLS 201 |
| ARAB 201 | Arabic Language II | 3 | ARAB 101 |
| ISLS 401 | Islamic Culture IV | 2 | ISLS 301 |