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    Maritime Business and International Trade (MSc)

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    Cardiff, GBMScIn-person1 year
    £21,450.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    82%
    Acceptance
    of applicants

    Maritime Business and International Trade (MSc) at Cardiff University is a 1-year, in-person msc program based in Cardiff, GB. Tuition is £21,450.

    About the program

    The program covers core theories and practices of maritime economics, chartering, contracts, financial aspects of shipping, investment appraisal, financing strategies, role of ports, and multimodal transport.

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    181st in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026) | 22nd in the UK (Complete University Guide 2026)

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    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    $13,210.00
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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Maritime Business and International Trade (MSc) at Cardiff University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Maritime Business and International Trade (MSc) at Cardiff University is £21,450.
    Is Maritime Business and International Trade (MSc) at Cardiff University online or in-person?
    Maritime Business and International Trade (MSc) at Cardiff University is offered in-person.
    How long does Maritime Business and International Trade (MSc) at Cardiff University take to complete?
    Maritime Business and International Trade (MSc) at Cardiff University is structured around 1 year.
    What GPA is required for Maritime Business and International Trade (MSc) at Cardiff University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 2:2 honours degree
    How competitive is Maritime Business and International Trade (MSc) at Cardiff University?
    Maritime Business and International Trade (MSc) at Cardiff University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 82%.