Maritime English - language and communication

• Maritime communication
• Standard Marine Communication Phrases
• General ship knowledge
• Basic ship engineering
• Navigation
• Safety
• Documents
• Correspondence

Knowledge: - In-depth knowledge of maritime English according to relevant sections of STCW II / 1 and II / 2 and STCW Code A-II / 1 Function "Operational Level Navigation" - Knowledge of English vocational terminology in areas covered by maritime activities in addition to general competence in English language - Knowledge of the subject areas covered in academic and curriculum texts in the subject - Knowledge of how to write letters and reports within the domain of maritime communication - Knowledge of how to perform administrative tasks and tasks related to safety procedures. Skills: - Be able to use written and oral English pertaining to the maritime profession both in letters, reports and presentations - Be able to find, understand, evaluate and make use of English academic texts and articles - Be able to create and give a presentation on a chosen or given topic - Be able to take on a role on the bridge in the simulator and communicate with others appropriately using relevant terminology Competence: - Insight into the importance of language in terms of security and administrative tasks - The ability to convey professional information both in writing and orally - The ability to exchange views and experiences with others with a maritime background and thus contribute to the development of good practice

Teaching and learning methods:

• Student-centred, teaching with a focus on group based learning in the classroom and the simulator. The focus in both cases is on appropriate communication within the maritime industry.