IMO Regulation on GHG Emissions Course
Online 300-hour course on IMO regulation of GHG emissions. 6 modules covering MARPOL Annex VI, ch. 4, the IMO GHG Strategy 2023 (Resolution MEPC.377(80)) and DNV Emissions Connect. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
IMO Regulation on GHG Emissions Course — studying from Malta
Maritime activity is central to Malta's identity, with the Grand Harbour and Freeport at Marsaxlokk handling significant cargo and transhipment. Ship repair, yacht building and marine services form a important part of the sector, supported by a long tradition of shipbuilding and maritime engineering. Offshore and sports nautical activity, including yacht refit and marine leisure, provides further opportunities. Engineers typically work with shipyards, classification societies, port authorities and marine service providers.
Fees for Malta: €546 (Euro), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Malta
Typical roles
Questions from Malta
Which bodies in Malta regulate naval and offshore engineering, and how does SEIUM fit in?
Malta is a major maritime nation, with the Transport Malta authority overseeing maritime affairs and the Malta Maritime Authority regulating shipping and registration. SEIUM Institute's qualifications are private, not official state degrees, and are not accredited by any national body. Recognition for maritime roles is decided by employers or the relevant regulator, so confirm this before enrolling.
Do employers in Malta's maritime and yachting sectors value this type of training?
Malta's maritime cluster, including shipping services, ship management and yacht-related businesses, employs engineers and technical staff. Hiring in these sectors often prioritises practical experience and relevant certifications. Whether a private online qualification helps depends on the employer, so asking prospective employers in Malta is the best way to judge its value.
Can I study this part-time while working offshore or on rotation, and what is the language requirement?
Programmes are 100% online, so you can study from anywhere with internet access, and no student visa is needed to study from home. Teaching is in English, so you need a good working level of technical English. Hours range from 300 to 1,900 depending on the programme. Fees are payable in instalments and employer sponsorship is possible.
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Run a real engineering trade-off from this field. Move the sliders, watch the model react in real time and beat the challenge.
What you will be able to do
Quantify greenhouse gas emissions from ships and fleets.
Interpret the IMO strategy and its reduction targets.
Calculate EEDI, EEXI and CII efficiency indicators.
Evaluate technical and operational measures for reducing emissions.
Analyse the interaction between IMO and European regulation.
Estimate the economic impact of carbon pricing on a shipping company.
Draw up a decarbonisation roadmap for a fleet.
Who it's for
- Fleet decarbonisation manager who wants to specialise in IMO Regulation on GHG Emissions.
- Ship energy efficiency analyst who wants to specialise in IMO Regulation on GHG Emissions.
- Maritime climate regulation consultant who wants to specialise in IMO Regulation on GHG Emissions.
- Technical superintendent who wants to specialise in IMO Regulation on GHG Emissions.
- MRV emissions verifier who wants to specialise in IMO Regulation on GHG Emissions.
- Shipping company sustainability manager who wants to specialise in IMO Regulation on GHG Emissions.
- Engineering or science graduates looking to enter shipping companies.
What you'll work with
- MARPOL Annex VI, ch. 4
- IMO GHG Strategy 2023 (Resolution MEPC.377(80))
- LCA Guidelines (Resolution MEPC.376(80))
- Regulation (EU) 2015/757 (MRV)
- Directive (EU) 2023/959 (EU ETS)
- Regulation (EU) 2023/1805 FuelEU Maritime
- ISO 19030:2016
- ISO 14064-1:2018
6 modules · 300 h
1.1Sector contribution to global emissions1.2IMO's Fourth GHG Study1.3Well-to-wake emissions1.4Fuel emission factors1.5Unburnt methane and nitrous oxide1.6Paris Agreement and maritime transport1.7IMO's initial 2018 Strategy1.8Revised 2023 Strategy1.9Indicative targets for 2030 and 20401.10Case study: emissions inventory for a fleet
2.1EEDI index for new ships2.2EEXI index for existing ships2.3Engine power limitation2.4SEEMP Parts I, II and III2.5Energy-saving technologies2.6Wind-assisted propulsion2.7Hull and propeller optimisation2.8Verification and certification2.9Role of classification societies2.10Practical exercise: EEXI calculation for a bulk carrier
3.1CII indicator and its calculation3.2Rating from A to E3.3Annual reduction factors3.4Data Collection System (DCS)3.5Corrective plans for D and E rated ships3.6Slow steaming and route optimisation3.7Criticism and review of the CII3.8Relationship between charterer and owner3.9BIMCO clauses on CII3.10Workshop: five-year CII projection
4.1IMO Net-Zero Framework4.2Global fuel intensity standard4.3Economic carbon pricing mechanism4.4Life cycle assessment guidelines4.5Zero- and near-zero-emission fuels4.6Onboard carbon capture4.7Just and equitable transition4.8MEPC negotiations4.9Entry-into-force timeline4.10Case study: economic impact on a shipping company
5.1EU MRV Regulation5.2Inclusion of maritime transport in the EU ETS5.3FuelEU Maritime Regulation5.4Interaction between IMO and European regulation5.5Green maritime corridors5.6Poseidon Principles and Sea Cargo Charter5.7Corporate sustainability reporting5.8Emission allowance management5.9Third-party verification5.10Practical exercise: EU ETS allowances for a port call
6.1Fleet under study6.2Emissions baseline6.3EEXI and CII compliance6.4Technical and operational measures6.5Fuel strategy6.6EU ETS and FuelEU exposure6.7Reduction roadmap6.8Economic analysis of the roadmap6.9Report and presentation6.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
100 % online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetable: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine the course with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original regulation and applied exercises. The working software is DNV Emissions Connect, THETIS-MRV, NAPA Voyage Optimization, Python with pandas, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Case studies use real procedures for calculating ship EEXI and CII indicators, estimating exposure to emissions trading, and designing fleet decarbonisation roadmaps. Assessment is continuous by module plus a final integrating project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Quantify greenhouse gas emissions from ships and fleets.
Interpret the IMO strategy and its reduction targets.
Calculate EEDI, EEXI and CII efficiency indicators.
Evaluate technical and operational measures for reducing emissions.
Analyse the interaction between IMO and European regulation.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No prior degree required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- Sufficient Spanish to follow technical regulatory texts.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme totals 300 hours, spread over 3 to 5 months. That is between 10 and 15 hours per week on average, compatible with a full-time job.
You will work with DNV Emissions Connect, THETIS-MRV, NAPA Voyage Optimization, Python with pandas. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates a free alternative where one exists.
A SEIUM diploma on passing the continuous assessment and the integrating project. It is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.
Yes. Modules passed on a course or Postgraduate Diploma in the same area are credited towards the higher programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.
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