Are you ready to strengthen your competences in the rapidly growing blue economy sector?
Pre-applications are now open for the Kotor High Education Learning Module (HELM) – Sustainable Development of Nautical and Cruise Tourism, implemented under Activity A3.2 of the SKILLS project and delivered by the University of Montenegro.
Designed as a cross-border higher education programme, HELM Kotor combines academic excellence with real-world maritime practice. Through lectures, case studies, field visits, and advanced simulator training, participants gain practical and strategic competences in:
Marina and cruise port management
Maritime safety and navigation systems (RADAR/ARPA, ECDIS)
Smart and digital maritime solutions
Environmental sustainability and green transition
Hands-on activities include site visits to Porto Montenegro and the Port of Kotor, as well as practical monitoring of air and water quality in maritime environments.
The programme is intended for:
Active students
Professionals employed in the yachting and cruise industry (marinas, cruise ports, maritime agencies, shipping companies, tourism professionals, etc.)
Applicants must have completed a four-year secondary education.
Programme Details
3 ECTS credits
90 total hours, including:
20 hours of theoretical instruction
20 hours of field-based practical training
50 hours of independent study
Official Certificate of Completed HELM Programme upon successful completion
Expected start: July 2026, Kotor, Montenegro
A limited number of merit-based scholarships (1,500 EUR) are available under the SKILLS project.
📄 The Summary of the Curriculum is available here: LINK
📝 Submit your Pre-application Form here: LINK
Join us and become part of the next generation of professionals shaping sustainable nautical and cruise tourism in the South Adriatic region.