INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

WELCOME
South Shields Marine School, in South Tyneside, is an international community with 23,000 learners from 113 different countries in the last 10 years. We are delighted you’re considering joining us for merchant navy training at one of only four Marine Colleges in the UK to win the Queen’s Anniversary Prize.
HOW TO APPLY
Visit our how to apply page to find out the best application tips and tricks so you can start your career at sea at South Shields Marine School.
VISA GUIDANCE
You may need to apply for a visa to give you the right to live and study in the UK. Find out which documents you need, what the application process is like.
WHERE WILL I LIVE?
We have student accommodation available onsite starting from just £280 per month, or there is a host of non-college accommodation available nearby.
WHAT FACILITIES ARE THERE?
From VTS and navigation in our simulator, to getting fit in our state-of-the-art gym, we have the facilities to make your student experience the best it can be.

REMOTE LEARNING
At South Shields Marine School we are constantly adapting for our students. We offer a range of courses with either remote or flexible learning, still at the same high standard as our fully in person classes.

SURROUNDINGS
South Shields Marine School is located in the heart of South Shields, near beautiful beaches and the city of Newcastle. Find out all about the local and surrounding areas and immerse yourself in the Geordie lifestyle.

WHY SOUTH SHIELDS MARINE SCHOOL?
South Shields Marine School is the oldest purpose built marine college in the world, and is a leader in the field. We are one of only four marine colleges in the UK to be awarded the Queen’s Anniversary Prize for Excellence in Further and Higher Education, for our innovative 3D modelling research.

DISCOVER THE STUDENT EXPERIENCE
Our campus has everything you need for a fantastic student experience. There is great food, a high standard of teaching and excellent gym facilities. If you need any additional support, either with your learning, your mental health or general advice, we provide this too.
Useful info
UK Government student visa information.
If you will be absent from or leave/change the course you were sponsored to study on your student visa, if you return home, or if you have any queries or concerns, please contact nadmin@tynecoast.ac.uk for Deck students or mmeng@tynecoast.ac.uk for Engineering students.
For any visa enquiries, please contact natalie.todd@tynecoast.ac.uk