It's now easy for seafarers to plan study time around sea time, leave and life using Onboard Maritime's Study Planner Tool

A slide deck can be a useful starting point for an online course, but uploading it to an LMS isn't a digital learning experience. When training moves from the classroom to the screen, the invisible elements—the instructor's real-time guidance, context, and operational debate—vanish. Here is what it actually takes to build technical maritime content that delivers real competence at sea.

3D models can make online learning look impressive, but do they actually improve understanding? Discover when 3D adds real value to maritime training.

Completing an e-learning course does not necessarily mean that effective learning has taken place. Read this article discover a clearer route from technical knowledge to workplace capability.

The Post-Exam Debrief: How to Objectively Reflect on Your MCA Oral Exam A professional guide on how to evaluate what went right or wrong without letting emotional exhaustion cloud your perspective.

No Wi-Fi? No problem. Learn how the Onboard Maritime Mobile App brings offline functionality to your exam preparation, allowing you to study on your own schedule without relying on an internet connection.

Ready to step up to Chief Officer? Get to grips with the Chief Mate written and oral exams. Learn the exam techniques our tutors recommend to help you pass your Chief Mate Exam with confidence.

You can read all the notes in the world, but if you haven’t practised saying the answer, you are missing the most critical part of your preparation. We believe it isn't about memorising a syllabus - it’s about finding your professional voice.

Is there something you should know but have forgotten? We're here to help. If you don't fully understand the 'why' and 'how' behind a core principle, it creates a ripple effect. We don’t focus on memorisation; we focus on comprehension.

The ultimate EOOW Unlimited Orals Prep Guide for Marine Engineers. Get exam-ready confidence with expert engineering mentorship, live coaching tutorials, and modular learning. Start your journey to a confident CoC today!

The ultimate OOW Unlimited Orals Prep Guide. Discover how cadets are overcoming the "fear factor" with expert mentoring, live coaching tutorials, and modular learning. Start your journey to a confident CoC today!

Master your MCA Chief Mate Writtens Papers with our flexible 12-month prep course. Avoid the stress of intensive programs and complete your UK CoC Written Exam Prep at your own pace, anywhere in the world. Start your journey to Management level today.

Studying towards your next CoC doesn't mean study leave, learn how Onboard Maritime has the perfect 'flipped classroom' solution.

Applying for your MCA orals exam? We know the process can be complex, so we've put together answers to some key questions from the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) to help you navigate the latest updates.

As the year draws to a close, we're giving our hardworking team and office guard dogs, Winnie & Hugo, some well-deserved time off! Our offices will be closed from Friday 19th December and will reopen on Monday 5th January. Albeit our offices are closed, for any urgent enquiries please get in touch - info@onboardmaritime.com and we'll respond. Thank you to all our dedicated students and valued clients - it has been a productive year working alongside you, and we look forwa

Kick off 2026 with a positive attitude and study for your next CoC Exam with confidence.

Upcoming course dates for MCA Orals Prep course - enrol today!

Here are 5 science-backed strategies to help seafarers conquer procrastination, boost motivation, and tackle Orals Prep with confidence.

Onboard Maritime attend glitzy award ceremony for Best Online Distance Learning category.

Find out why this is a great time to enrol in our Oral & Written Exam Prep Courses - especially as we have a Black Friday discount!