SEA-EU joint programmes are higher education degrees developed and delivered by multiple universities within the SEA-EU Alliance. These programmes offer students the opportunity to study in different European universities while obtaining a single, fully recognised degree.
With such a degree, you gain a unique interdisciplinary approach and a fantastic European learning experience, both academically, culturally, and socially.
Starting September 2025
The alliance will offer four programmes from autumn 2025: two master's degrees, a bachelor's degree, and a doctoral programme (not yet accredited).
The programmes are open to applicants both within and outside the SEA-EU alliance. All teaching is conducted in English.
A multidisciplinary bachelor's degree that combines economics and maritime studies. Topics such as marine pollution, overfishing, and climate change are central. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of marine ecosystems and economic growth.
Participating countries/universities: Norway (Nord University), Poland (University of Gdansk), France (University of Brest), Spain (University of Cádiz), Italy (Parthenope University of Naples), Croatia (University of Split), Malta (University of Malta)
The programme has three paralell cohorts starting at different universities. For year 3 the university depends on the choice of pathway.
Cohort Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 1 Cádiz Algarve Depending on pathway choice 2 Parthenope (Naples) Parthenope (Naples) Depending on pathway choice 3 Gdansk Gdansk Depending on pathway choice * 6 available pathways, https://sea-eu.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/study-programme-seablue.pdf Study length: 3 years
ECTS Credits: 180
Cost: 1500 € per year. (4500 € in total). Scholarships available.
Admission requirements: English level B1The STORM Master’s programme trains future leaders to drive sustainable transformation through critical analysis and innovative management approaches. By integrating hands-on experiences that reconnect them with nature, students gain a deeper awareness of global challenges and their impact on organisations.
Key competencies include:
- Environmental Sustainability – Implementing strategies to reduce carbon footprints, optimise resource use, and minimise waste.
- Risk Anticipation – Preparing for potential crises, learning from past events, and establishing effective management frameworks.
- Innovation & Adaptation – Developing sustainable products and services, integrating clean technologies, and responding to environmental changes.
- Strategic Resilience – To prepare for and respond to challenges of all kinds, including those linked to the climate crisis.
Study length: 2 years
ECTS credits: 120
Cost: 3750 € per year. 12 merit-based participation costs waivers will be awarded by the STORM selection committees.
Admission requirements: A Bachelor’s degree (EQF Level 6) or an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution. A B2 level of English proficiency
Application deadline: July 7, 2025Participating countries/universities: Norway (Nord), Poland (University of Gdansk), France (University of Brest), Spain (University of Cádiz), Croatia (University of Split), Malta (University of Malta)
The combination of universities depends on your start year:
Start year Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3 Semester 4 2025 Brest Brest Malta By choice* 2026 Split Split Cádiz By choice* 2027 Gdansk Gdansk Algarve By choice* 2028 Brest Brest Malta By choice* * For Semester 4, you will move once more if you want to: either for the internship, or to write your master’s dissertation at a suitable SEA-EU Alliance university. The Joint Master in Port Management and Logistics (MIPMAL) is designed in collaboration with the port authorities of the SEA-EU countries. Gain expertise in port operations, sustainable transport systems, and logistics integration.
Study length: 2 år
ECTS credits: 120
Cost: 4500 € per year. Scholarships available.
Admission requirements: A Bachelor’s degree (EQF Level 5) or an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution. B2 Level of English.
Application deadline: August 31, 2025
Study start: October 2025Throughout the programme, you will develop:
- skills in port administration and maritime port operations
- the ability to integrate logistics processes in digital environments
- competence in integrating logistics activities with procurement, production, distribution, transportation, storage, sales, and after-sales service
- vision and understanding of sustainability and energy transition in ports
Participating countries/universities: Poland (University of Gdansk), Spain (University of Cádiz), Portugal (University of Algarve), Croatia (University of Split), Italiy (Parthenope University of Naples), Malta (University of Malta)
The combination of universities depends on your start year:
Participating countries/universities: Norway (Nord), France (University of Brest), Spain (University of Cádiz), Portugal (University of Algarve), Croatia (University of Split), Malta (University of Malta)
More information coming soon!
Gain skills you need to excel in a globalised world
SEA-EU joint degrees enhance employability by providing international experience, interdisciplinary knowledge, and a strong European network. Employers value graduates with global perspectives and adaptability.
Master in Sustainability Transition for Organisations and Resilience Management (STORM)
Master in Port Management and Logistics (MIPMAL)
Bachelor in Sustainable Blue Economy (SeaBluE)
Doctoral Study Programme in Marine & Maritime Sciences and Technologies
About SEA-EU
The SEA-EU alliance consists of nine universities:
- Nord University
- University of Gdansk (Poland)
- Kiel University (Germany)
- University of Brest - UBO (France)
- University of Split (Croatia)
- Parthenope University of Naples (Italy)
- University of Algarve (Portugal)
- University of Cádiz (Spain) - coordinator
- University of Malta
Together, the alliance partners have more than 150,000 students and 18,000 employees who will benefit from the objectives that the alliance has set itself.
