Fartygsbefäl Klass 8 (Master Class VIII) — classroom, Göteborg

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From från 9 700 kr

WHAT IS THIS COURSE?

Course Overview

Fartygsbefäl Klass 8 (Master Class VIII) is a Swedish maritime qualification for ship masters operating vessels in international trade. This classroom-based course in Gothenburg covers navigation, cargo management, stability, and maritime law, leading to the Master (Class VIII) certificate recognised across Nordic and international waters.

Prerequisites

Chief Officer experience and maritime qualifications
Completion of approved navigation and management modules
Valid medical fitness certificate
Swedish language competence (level B2 recommended)

What You'll Learn

Master-level navigation and passage planning
Cargo handling and vessel stability
Maritime law, International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS)
Leadership and resource management at bridge and fleet level
Environmental and safety regulations for international shipping

UPCOMING DATES

Available Course Dates

Date	School	Location	Price
21 Sep 2026 to 30 Sep 2026	Sjosportskolan Swedish Maritime Academy	Gothenburg, Sweden	från 9 700 kr	Book →
9 Nov 2026 to 18 Nov 2026	Sjosportskolan Swedish Maritime Academy	Gothenburg, Sweden	från 9 700 kr	Book →
30 Nov 2026 to 9 Dec 2026	Sjosportskolan Swedish Maritime Academy	Gothenburg, Sweden	från 9 700 kr	Book →

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