World Maritime University (WMU)

About WMU

The World Maritime University (WMU) was founded in 1983 within the framework of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), a specialized agency of the United Nations, as its premier centre of excellence for maritime postgraduate education, research, and capacity development.

The University offers unique postgraduate educational programmes, undertakes wide-ranging research in maritime and ocean-related studies, and continues maritime capacity development in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

6632

Alumni

171

Alumni Countries & Territories

35

Student Average Age

89

MSc Fellowships (Malmö Class 2026)

51%

Female Students (Malmö)

WHY WORK AT WMU

The World Maritime University invites passionate professionals from around the world to join our vibrant, mission-driven network. Whether you're an academic, researcher, or administrator, as part of the WMU community you will play a critical role in advancing maritime and ocean education, policy, and innovation — helping to shape the future of the maritime sector and the world's oceans.

A Unique International Environment

WMU offers a truly international environment that fosters cross-cultural understanding and lifelong networks for collaboration in the spirit of the United Nations. Work with colleagues from over 40 countries, students from over 50 countries annually, and alumni from 171 countries and territories around the world.

Meaningful Global Impact

WMU is well positioned to deliver tangible contributions to the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The University's strategic goals and Business Plan are fully aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, promoting sustainable maritime governance, ocean stewardship, and capacity development around the world.

Professional Growth & UN Affiliation

As a UN-affiliated institution, WMU offers opportunities to engage with high-level stakeholders and build a rewarding career within a prestigious international framework. Our influential global network is far-reaching and the Chancellor of the University is the Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization.

Academic Excellence & Research Leadership

WMU is a hub for cutting-edge research and thought leadership on key maritime and ocean issues including decarbonization, digitalization, maritime law, ocean governance and sustainability, and gender equity. The University operates in a unique environment that engages with industry, academia, government and the United Nations.

Working in Malmö

WMU is located in the heart of Malmö, Sweden's third-largest city. Malmö is a vibrant, multicultural hub with residents from over 180 countries. It is known for its sustainability and innovation, and offers the perfect blend of urban energy and coastal charm. Copenhagen, Denmark is the closest airport, just 30 minutes from WMU offering easy access to international travel.

Research Priority Areas

Taking full cognisance of the UN Sustainable Development Goals, IMO's Strategic Directions and WMU's strategic plan, a number of research themes have been identified as areas within which the University will seek to achieve and maintain excellence.

The Research Priority Areas (RPA) are described below.

Environmental Impact of Maritime Activities

Maritime Safety

Maritime Energy Management

Maritime Social and Labour Governance

Maritime and Marine Technology and Innovation

Maritime Economics and Business

Maritime Law, Policy and Governance

CORE VALUES

The World Maritime University's work is based on these core values

A Global Network

Enhancing its global network of maritime and oceans expertise, in support of the United Nations' and the International Maritime Organization's mission and goals.

Academic Excellence

Achieving the highest possible standards in teaching, learning and research.

Innovation

Developing innovative and interdisciplinary approaches to all areas of activity.

A Caring Community

The creation of a diverse, caring and supportive environment where every student and member of staff can reach their full potential.

Sustainable Development

Providing the research and teaching to give communities around the world the knowledge and skills necessary for sustainable economic development and growth.

Gender Equality

Working towards gender equality in every aspect of our activities in support of women in the maritime and oceans sectors around the world.

Leadership

Leading global research on the sustainable use of the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development.

Inclusive recruitment at WMU

Vacancies are open to all qualified candidates. The paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity. WMU seeks to increase the number of women at senior levels and, therefore, qualified women are particularly encouraged to apply. WMU also values geographical diversity amongst its staff and due regard will be given to diversity considerations in the recruitment process.

WMU will make every effort to facilitate the employment of persons with disabilities and reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.

LIFE IN MALMÖ

Malmö is Sweden's third largest city, situated in the southern-most province of Skåne. The city offers good shopping facilities, theatres, bars, cafés and restaurants, as well as an outstanding symphony orchestra, art galleries and museums. Malmö's sports provision is excellent, whether you want to watch or take part. Its football team is one of Sweden's best.

Although Malmö may look typically Swedish, with its historic buildings and canals, it is also very cosmopolitan; many of its citizens were born outside Sweden, and over 180 different countries are represented in the city. It is a green city known for its parks and gardens and for its responsible attitude to sustainable development. The city is surrounded by rolling countryside and some of the best beaches in Sweden.

The Öresund Bridge

Provides Malmö with a direct road and rail link to Copenhagen and its international airport, just 30 minutes away by train. Copenhagen's historic centre has all the attractions you would expect from any European capital, as well as some special features of its own, like the Tivoli Gardens.

The City of Malmö, as WMU's host, provides the University's building in the centre of the city, which offers outstanding facilities in a spectacular building.

The Western Harbour

The Western Harbour area of Malmö has been studied by many international teams looking at its innovative architecture and landscape design. Malmö has strong historic bonds with the maritime industry; it was an important medieval sea-port and had a thriving shipbuilding industry for many years.

It now has a knowledge-based economy that places a premium on learning and research, being home to its own University, several faculties of Lund University and to WMU. The city has developed high-technology industries to make the best use of its educated workforce. It is home, for instance, to a remarkable number of computer gaming companies.

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