Jordan's first government maritime education and training institution
Preparing ship officers and marine engineers to the international STCW standard
Accredited nautical and engineering studies, plus upgrading and mandatory courses approved by the Jordan Maritime Commission, delivered on full-mission simulators by captains and engineers with real sea experience.
His Majesty King Abdullah II at the bridge simulator during the opening of the Center's permanent building
Since 2014Accredited by the Jordan Maritime Commission
ISO 9001 · 21001 · 24438Quality, educational and MET management systems certified by Bureau Veritas
4 simulatorsBridge, engine room, high voltage and liquid cargo handling
2020Permanent building opened under royal patronage
Studies & admission
Academic programmes leading to certificates of competency
Programmes accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research and the Jordan Maritime Commission, designed to IMO requirements and the STCW Convention as amended.
Nautical
BSc Maritime Transport Technology
132 credit hours, 99 of them specialisedLeads to Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch after 12 months' sea service.Programme details →Engineering
Diploma in Marine Engineering
105 credit hours, 92 of them specialisedLeads to Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch after the comprehensive exam and 12 months' sea service.Programme details →Electrical
BSc Electrical Engineering
Accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education and the JMCLeads to Electro-Technical Officer (ETO) after 12 months' sea service.Programme details →New – starts next semester
Basic Studies – Nautical and Engineering
84 credit hours over four semesters, accredited by the Jordan Maritime Commission- Admission average: 65% in the secondary certificate
- Engineering: scientific or industrial stream, or equivalent
- 12 months' supervised sea training
For admission and registration requirements, including for students from outside Jordan, please get in touch.Contact admissions
Course guide
All courses →STCW courses approved by the Jordan Maritime Commission
All courses follow the IMO Model Courses; durations and hours follow the Jordan Maritime Commission's instructions.
Preparation for certificate-of-competency examinations; final exams are held by the Jordan Maritime Commission.
STCW safety and mandatory courses, assessed and certified by the Center.
Revalidation courses for Jordanian certificates and certificates issued by IMO White List countries.
Simulators & facilities
Hands-on training that mirrors work on board
Full-mission ARI simulators approved by the Jordan Maritime Commission, DNV and MNTB, plus engineering workshops fitted with real shipboard equipment.
Full Mission Bridge Simulator
Navigation, ship handling and manoeuvring, and electronic navigation systems.Full Mission Engine Room Simulator
Realistic operation and maintenance of machinery and ship systems.High Voltage Simulator
Linked to the engine room simulator for ETO and engineer training.Engineering Workshops
Real shipboard equipment for practical maintenance and operation.Liquid Cargo Handling Simulator (LCHS)Compass laboratoryMedical first-aid laboratoryLanguage laboratoryLibrary
Accreditation & quality
Accreditation and quality system
The Center applies the requirements of the Ministry of Higher Education and the Jordan Maritime Commission, and complies with IMO instruments and the STCW Convention as amended.
Jordan Maritime CommissionAccreditation of nautical and engineering upgrading studies since 2014, and approval of courses and simulators.
Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific ResearchAccreditation of the bachelor's and diploma programmes through Al-Balqa Applied University.
ISO 9001 · ISO 21001 · ISO 24438 – Bureau VeritasCertified management systems for quality (ISO 9001:2015), educational organizations (ISO 21001:2018) and maritime education and training (ISO 24438:2023), the first institution in the world certified to ISO 24438.
Libyan Ports and Maritime Transport AuthorityInstitutional accreditation of the Center (2025) and a partnership in training Libyan maritime personnel.
Partners and accreditation bodies
Director's message
Aqaba Maritime Education and Training Center offers unique studies in Jordan and the region. Our team of experienced professionals links theoretical education with practical training, using the simulators and workshops provided by Al-Balqa Applied University to international standards, so that our students gain the skills the labour market requires.Dr. Hassan Rafe ShaheenDean of Aqaba University College / Director of Aqaba Maritime Education and Training Center
Our lecturers
Master mariners and chief engineers
Lecturers with real sea experience and maritime specialisations, who link theory to actual work on board.
Capt. Yousef Al Sarhan
Marine Lecturer
Master Mariner – international maritime expert – ship handling and manoeuvring, pilotage experience
Capt. Saif Saqr
Marine Lecturer
Master Mariner – MSc Quality Management – international conventions, ship leadership and manoeuvring
Capt. Wissam Abdel Qader Rahimo
Marine Lecturer
Master Mariner – BSc Maritime Transport Technology – marine compasses and cargo handling
Capt. Issa Awad
Marine Lecturer
Master Mariner – PhD, MBA – maritime law and maritime commercial regulations
Capt. Emad Abu Al-Haj
Head of Nautical Studies Department
Master Mariner – stability and marine survey – Head of Nautical Upgrading Studies
Capt. Tamim Al Imam
Marine Lecturer
Master Mariner – BSc Maritime Transport – electronic navigation systems and GMDSS
Capt. Ahmad Alseid
Marine Lecturer
Master Mariner – terrestrial, coastal and advanced navigation
Eng. Anwar Mahadin
Head of Engineering Studies Department
Chief Engineer – Head of Engineering Studies and of Marine Sciences – ship construction
Eng. Mohamed Khair Ali Kanaan
Engineering Lecturer
Chief Engineer – PhD Quality Management – diesel engines and engineering knowledge – engine simulator trainer
Eng. Jamil Ali Sabbagh
Engineering Lecturer
Chief Engineer – classification society inspector – international conventions and marine inspection
Eng. Nael Abdullah
Engineering Lecturer
Chief Engineer – diesel engines, engineering knowledge and report writing
Eng. Hassan Khater
Engineering Lecturer
Chief Engineer – workshops supervisor – dry-dock management experience
Eng. Shawky Assi
Engineering Lecturer
Chief Engineer – oil and gas tanker courses and specialised marine courses
Eng. Ibrahim Alyan
Engineering Lecturer
Electrical Engineer – MSc Electrical Engineering – electrical, control and high-voltage subjects
Eng. Maher Hijazin
Engineering Lecturer
Retired Royal Jordanian Naval Force (RJNF) – diesel engines
Mr. Salah Abu Afifa
Lecturer
MSc Maritime Affairs and Port Administration – former Director General of the Jordan Maritime Authority
