Postgraduate Diploma in Maintenance, Refit and Fleet Management
Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in Maintenance, Refit and Fleet Management. 8 modules covering Directive 2013/53/EU (recreational craft), ISO 12944 (corrosion protection through paint systems) and IBM Maximo. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
Postgraduate Diploma in Maintenance, Refit and Fleet Management — studying from the United Kingdom
Naval and offshore engineering is a significant sector in the United Kingdom, with shipbuilding and naval programmes on the Clyde, in Portsmouth, Barrow-in-Furness and Rosyth, and offshore energy activity in Aberdeen and the North Sea. Companies such as BAE Systems Maritime, Babcock and offshore service providers employ engineers in design, construction and maintenance. Sports nautical engineering, including yacht design and marine leisure, is concentrated in the Solent and South Coast. The Maritime and Coastguard Agency regulates shipping safety, and the Royal Institution of Naval Architects supports professional standards.
Fees for the United Kingdom: £910 (Pound sterling), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in the United Kingdom
Typical roles
Questions from the United Kingdom
Which UK bodies relate to naval and marine engineering, and does SEIUM training count towards them?
Key UK bodies include the Royal Institution of Naval Architects, the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. Maritime qualifications are often regulated through the Maritime and Coastguard Agency for certificates of competency. SEIUM's private qualifications are not accredited by these bodies, so any recognition would be decided by them separately.
Will UK offshore, naval or marine employers value a private online engineering qualification?
Employers in these sectors often prioritise certified competencies, sea-going experience and regulatory certificates. A private qualification may support your application where it shows relevant technical depth, but it does not replace statutory requirements. Acceptance is for each employer to decide, so consider how the qualification complements your existing certifications.
Can I study this online from the UK alongside offshore rotations, and is language support available?
Online study can be flexible, but rotation patterns make scheduling important, so plan around your time at sea or on site. Programmes are taught entirely in English, and each learner is assigned a technical tutor. No visa is required to study from within the UK. Fees can be paid in instalments, and employer sponsorship is possible.
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What you will be able to do
Organise the technical management of a boat fleet.
Design preventive maintenance plans based on hours and calendar.
Select hull and deck treatments using technical and environmental criteria.
Plan refit projects with scope, budget and timelines.
Evaluate repowering and equipment upgrade options.
Use operational data to optimise fleet availability.
Apply environmental and safety regulations to fleet management.
Who it's for
- Nautical fleet technical manager who wants to specialise in Maintenance, Refit and Fleet Management.
- Marine maintenance manager who wants to specialise in Maintenance, Refit and Fleet Management.
- Refit project manager who wants to specialise in Maintenance, Refit and Fleet Management.
- Surface treatment technician who wants to specialise in Maintenance, Refit and Fleet Management.
- Boat inspector who wants to specialise in Maintenance, Refit and Fleet Management.
- Fleet operations analyst who wants to specialise in Maintenance, Refit and Fleet Management.
- Engineering or science graduates seeking to enter charter companies.
What you'll work with
- Directive 2013/53/EU (recreational craft)
- ISO 12944 (corrosion protection through paint systems)
- AFS Convention 2001 (anti-fouling systems)
- Regulation (EU) 528/2012 (biocides)
- ISO 55001 (asset management)
- ISO 14001 (environmental management)
8 modules · 800 h
1.1Fleet types: charter, schools and rental1.2Life cycle of a recreational craft1.3Organisation of the technical department1.4Ownership and operating costs1.5Fleet availability indicators1.6Manufacturer warranty management1.7Relationship with shipyards and workshops1.8Fleet management software1.9Insurance and certification requirements1.10Practical: cost analysis of a charter fleet
2.1Maintenance plans by hours and calendar2.2Inboard and outboard engines2.3Transmissions, outdrives and shafts2.4Standing and running rigging2.5Sails and their maintenance2.6Fresh water and sanitary systems2.7Electrical system and batteries2.8Navigation electronics2.9Winter storage and season preparation2.10Workshop: maintenance plan for a 40-foot sailing yacht
3.1Inspection of fibreglass hulls3.2Osmosis: diagnosis and treatment3.3Antifouling and biocide regulations3.4Gelcoat and laminate repairs3.5Teak and deck coatings3.6Fittings and through-hull sealing3.7Keel and rudder inspection3.8Sacrificial anodes3.9Polishing and surface protection3.10Case study: osmosis diagnosis on a hull
4.1Scope of minor and major refits4.2Pre-refit inspection and specification4.3Boatyard selection and quotations4.4Work planning4.5Change and extras management4.6Technical supervision at the boatyard4.7Sea trials after the refit4.8Documentation and certification4.9Financial close-out of the project4.10Practical: refit specification for a motor yacht
5.1Engine repowering5.2Boat electrification5.3Electronics replacement5.4Interior upgrades5.5Solar panels and lithium batteries5.6Directive 2013/53/EU and amendments5.7Post-construction assessment for CE marking5.8Change of design category5.9Impact on stability and weight5.10Case study: conversion to electric propulsion
6.1Telemetry and remote monitoring6.2Fault management during the season6.3Spare parts logistics6.4Rotation between bases6.5Customer and handover management6.6Technical check-in and check-out6.7Analysis of recurring failures6.8Maintenance indicators6.9Fleet renewal decisions6.10Laboratory: fleet dashboard
7.1Recreational craft regulations in Spain7.2Periodic inspections and certificates7.3Maintenance waste management7.4End of life and scrapping of boats7.5Composite recycling7.6Low-impact paints7.7Fleet carbon footprint7.8Environmental certifications for marine businesses7.9Industry trends7.10Case study: sustainability plan for a fleet
8.1Technical analysis of the current fleet8.2Maintenance plan8.3Refit plan for units8.4Fleet renewal strategy8.5Data and telemetry system8.6Annual maintenance budget8.7Technical management indicators8.8Sustainability plan8.9Report and presentation8.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
100% online training on the SEIUM Institute 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 study with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is IBM Maximo, SAP PM, Power BI, advanced Excel, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Practical work is based on real hull and deck inspection procedures in the boatyard, drafting a preventive maintenance plan and life-cycle cost analysis of a fleet. Assessment is continuous per module plus a final integrative project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Organise the technical management of a boat fleet.
Design preventive maintenance plans based on hours and calendar.
Select hull and deck treatments using technical and environmental criteria.
Plan refit projects with scope, budget and timelines.
Evaluate repowering and equipment upgrade options.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- Prior technical training or professional experience in the sector. No university degree is required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- Sufficient English to follow technical regulations.
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 800 hours spread over 6 to 8 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with full-time work.
The programme uses IBM Maximo, SAP PM, Power BI and advanced Excel. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the open-source alternative where one exists.
A SEIUM Institute diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrative project. It is in-house training, not an official Ministry qualification.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised in the higher programme. Check the module recognition policy when you enrol.
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