Professional Diploma in the History of Navigation and Exploration

All of them, from the first boats of antiquity through medieval navigation, the Age of Discovery and the great scientific expeditions to steam, the twentieth-century merchant navy and contemporary satellite and autonomous navigation.

No. It gives specific attention to Chinese, Indian Ocean, Arab and Polynesian seafaring, alongside the Vikings, the Mediterranean powers and the Iberian voyages of discovery.

Mainly the search for sea routes to Asia to obtain spices, silk and other luxury goods while avoiding overland routes controlled by other powers, combined with political, religious and scientific motives that the program analyses.

Yes. A full module explains the astrolabe, quadrant, cross-staff and sextant, how latitude was calculated, how the longitude problem was solved with the chronometer, and how sea charts and astronomical tables were used.

No. A degree in the humanities is helpful, but the program is designed for anyone with a genuine interest in maritime history; the admission interview confirms that it fits your goals.

You research a historical expedition using primary and secondary sources such as logbooks, charts and contemporary accounts, reconstruct its route and context, and present your findings.

Fully online, through a virtual campus available 24/7, with downloadable material, discussion forums, live sessions that are recorded and tutorials with the teaching staff.