Detailed introduction of Gdynia Maritime University:

Introduction

Gdynia Maritime University is the largest public school of maritime higher education in Poland and one of the largest maritime schools in Europe. Since its establishment in 1920, it has been committed to cultivating high-quality professionals for the shipping industry.

Overview

Number of students: Currently, the school has more than 8,000 students.

Number of faculty and staff: The school has many professional teaching and research personnel. The specific number is not clearly mentioned, but it is mentioned that most of its academic staff are doctors of science and professors, and many of them also have senior seafarer qualifications, such as captains, chief engineers, ship electrical engineers, etc.

History and establishment time

Gdynia Maritime University was established in 1920. It was originally a maritime school in Czestochowa on the shore of the Bay of Gdansk, with two colleges of navigation and mechanics. In 1930, the school moved to Gdynia and was renamed the National Maritime School. During World War II, the school moved to Southampton and London, England to continue its operation. In 2001, the school obtained the status of an academy and was renamed Gdynia Maritime Academy. Since 2009, the school has cancelled military training courses. In 2018, in accordance with the regulations of the Polish Ministry of Maritime Economy and Inland Waterway Transport, Gdynia Maritime Academy was officially renamed Gdynia Maritime University.

School Strength

Faculty: Most of the teachers in the school are doctors of science and professors, and many of them have senior seafarer qualifications. They not only have profound theoretical knowledge, but also rich practical experience, and can provide students with high-quality teaching and guidance.

Scientific research results: The school actively participates in joint research projects and has achieved many scientific research results in the maritime field. Its research results are of great significance to the development of the maritime industry, such as research on maritime transportation safety, ship technology innovation, and marine environmental protection.

International cooperation: The school has cooperated with 18 international The maritime higher education institutions actively cooperate in joint research projects, training of young academic personnel and student exchanges. They are members of international organizations such as the European University Association (EUA) and the International Association of Maritime Universities (IAMU).

Institutional Nature

Public university.

Educational Philosophy

Committed to cultivating professionals who meet both the educational standards of the Polish Ministry of Education and the requirements of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), focusing on the combination of theory and practice, emphasizing the cultivation of students' practical ability and comprehensive quality, so that students can be competent for various jobs in the maritime field and related industries.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key laboratories: The school has laboratory facilities equipped with 25 professional simulators and has implemented ISO 9001:2015 The education quality management system provides students with a good practice and experimental environment.

Key disciplines: Navigation, marine engineering, electrical engineering and shipping management are the key disciplines of the school. It has profound academic accumulation and teaching experience in professional fields such as ship operation and management, marine engineering technology, ship electrical systems, maritime business and management.

Department

The school has four colleges: the School of Navigation, the School of Marine Engineering, the School of Electrical Engineering and the School of Business Administration.

Ranking

In the 2022 QS Emerging Europe and Central Asia University Rankings, the school ranks 241-250.

Expenses

The specific tuition and living expenses vary depending on factors such as major, degree level and learning method. No clear latest data has been obtained yet.

Campus

Location and environment: Located in Gdynia, Poland, the city is an important port city in Poland, with rich maritime resources and a strong marine cultural atmosphere, providing a unique geographical environment for students to study maritime-related majors.

Campus facilities: The campus has multiple college teaching buildings, laboratories, libraries and other teaching facilities, as well as student dormitories, sports centers and other living facilities, which provide convenience for students' study and life. In addition, the school has teaching practice ships, such as the "Dar Młodzieży" frigate, which provides students with a platform for practical teaching.