The postgraduate Diploma in Maritime Safety and Security (MSS) covers topics of critical importance for the people involved in or responsible for the quality, safety and security of shipping operations as well as their environmental impact. The programme addresses areas of critical importance for the maritime industry with a blended learning approach to operational, technical and commercial issues and covers topics such as maritime transport and shipping operations; safety and environmental protection issues; requirements and implementation of maritime safety; legal and operational aspects of maritime security; leadership and best practices in port management.