South Shields Marine School has been a world-renowned centre of excellence for marine education and training since it was established in 1861.

Part of South Tyneside College, the marine school offers programmes across the whole spectrum of marine education and nautical sciences, including navigation, operations, marine and electrical engineering, communications and catering.

South Shields caters for all levels of education and training from Deck, Engine and Electro-Technical ratings, maritime apprenticeships, all officer trainee programmes through to Senior Officer Certification and top-ups to Honours degree level. They also provide an extensive range of short courses for the marine, offshore and leisure markets.

The marine school has a range of specialist training facilities, including:

• Marine Engineering Workshops and Laboratories
• Marine and Offshore Safety Training Centre (MOST)
• Fire Training Centre
• Full Mission Bridge Simulators and ECDIS suites
• Full Mission Engine Room Simulators
• High Voltage Switchboard room
• Pier head with lifeboats and davits
• Pool facilities for survival training