Diploma in Naval Museology
Why this certificate program?
The Diploma in Naval Museology
Offers an in-depth immersion in the preservation, interpretation, and exhibition of maritime heritage. Through a practical and multidisciplinary approach, you will acquire the necessary tools to manage naval collections, design engaging exhibitions, and communicate maritime history effectively. This program is ideal for cultural professionals, historians, and maritime enthusiasts seeking to specialize in the conservation and dissemination of naval heritage.
Key Benefits
- Specialized Knowledge: Learn the techniques and methodologies of naval museology.
- Collection Management: Master the cataloging, conservation, and documentation of naval artifacts.
- Exhibition Design: Create impactful visual narratives to connect with audiences.
- Heritage Interpretation: Develop skills to communicate maritime history in an accessible way.
- Professional Networking: Connect with experts and colleagues in the naval museology sector.
- Modality: Online
- Level: Diplomado
- Hours: 800 H
- Start date: 13-06-2026
Availability: 1 in stock
Who is it aimed at?
- Museum professionals seeking to specialize in the conservation and exhibition of maritime and naval heritage.
- Historians and archaeologists interested in researching and disseminating naval history through objects and documents.
- Cultural and tourism managers wishing to develop innovative projects in maritime museums and interpretation centers.
- Members of naval and maritime associations interested in preserving and promoting local naval and maritime culture.
- Students and graduates in history, archaeology, museology, and related fields seeking specialized training in the naval field.
Study flexibility:
Adapted to your Schedule: live online classes, 24/7 access to materials and personalized support throughout the diploma program.
Objectives and competencies

Managing and preserving maritime heritage:
“Implement maritime and port security measures (ISPS) to protect submerged cultural property and prevent looting.”

Interpreting and communicating naval history:
To relate naval milestones to technological development and its socio-economic impact, conveying their relevance to diverse audiences.

Designing and promoting naval exhibitions:
Select relevant and visually appealing naval material, creating a coherent and accessible narrative thread for diverse audiences.

Cataloging and documenting naval collections:
“Using database management systems, naval archival cataloging standards, and photographic and digital documentation protocols.”

Develop innovative museum projects:
“Design interactive and accessible narratives that connect with diverse audiences, using emerging technologies and community engagement strategies.”

Applying preventive conservation techniques to naval artifacts:
“Identify risk factors (humidity, light, handling) and apply appropriate environmental control, packaging, and storage methods.”
Curriculum - Modules
- Comprehensive Maritime Incident Management: protocols, roles, and chain of command for coordinated response
- Operational Planning and Execution: briefing, routes, weather windows, and go/no-go criteria
- Rapid Risk Assessment: criticality matrix, scene control, and decision-making under pressure
- Operational Communication: VHF/GMDSS, standardized reports, and inter-agency liaison
- Tactical Mobility and Safe Boarding: RHIB maneuvers, approach, mooring, and recovery
- Equipment and Technologies: PPE, signaling, satellite tracking, and field data logging
- Immediate Care of the Affected: primary assessment, hypothermia, trauma, and stabilization for evacuation
- Adverse Environmental Conditions: swell, Visibility, flows, and operational mitigation
Simulation and training: critical scenarios, use of VR/AR, and exercises with performance metrics
Documentation and continuous improvement: lessons learned, indicators (MTTA/MTTR), and SOP updates
- Introduction to preventive conservation: Definition, principles, and ethics.
- Constituent materials of historic vessels: Wood, metal, textiles, etc. Identification and degradation.
- Agents of deterioration: Humidity, temperature, light, pollutants, pests. Environmental control.
- Cleaning and maintenance of surfaces: Techniques and products suitable for each material.
- Storage and packaging of naval objects: Criteria and methods for proper conservation.
- Documentation of collections: Inventory, cataloging, photography, and databases.
- Legislation and regulations: Protection of naval heritage, conventions, and treaties.
- Risk management: Hazard identification, emergency and evacuation plans.
- Community participation and dissemination: Educational programs and outreach regarding naval heritage.
- Case studies: Application of preventive conservation to different types of vessels.
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- Introduction to Naval Collections: Definition, Types, and Value
- History of Naval Collections: Evolution and Cultural Significance
- Constituent Materials: Wood, Metals, Textiles, Paper, and Others
- Identification and Documentation of Naval Objects: Cataloging and Registration
- Conservation Assessment: Deterioration, Risks, and Priorities
- Cleaning and Stabilization: Appropriate Methods and Products
- Preventive Conservation: Environmental Control, Lighting, and Handling
- Restoration of Naval Objects: Techniques and Professional Ethics
- Naval Exhibition Design: Narrative, Assembly, and Accessibility
- Packing and Transport of Collections Naval: Protocols and Security
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- Introduction to Maritime Heritage: Definition, Typologies, and Value
- Underwater Archaeology: Methodologies, Excavation, and Interpretation
- Traditional Shipbuilding: Techniques, Materials, and Evolution
- Documentation and Registration: Inventories, Catalogues, and Databases
- Legislation and Conventions: Protection, Management, and Responsibilities
- Preventive Conservation: Monitoring, Environmental Control, and Risks
- Restoration of Cultural Property: Criteria, Techniques, and Materials
- Enhancement and Dissemination: Museums, Tourist Routes, and Educational Activities
- Collection Management: Storage, Packaging, and Transport
- Ethics in Maritime Heritage Management and Sustainability
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- Introduction to Maritime Heritage: Definition, Typologies, and Value
- History of Maritime Collections: Origins, Evolution, and Key Examples
- Management of Maritime Collections: Inventory, Cataloging, and Documentation
- Preventive Conservation: Environmental Control, Handling, and Packaging
- Conservation and Restoration: Materials, Techniques, and Professional Ethics
- Exhibition Design: Narrative, Lighting, Accessibility, and Sustainability
- Interpretation of Maritime Heritage: Techniques, Audiences, and Media
- Developing Maritime Narratives: Research, Scriptwriting, and Presentation
- Education and Outreach: Educational Programs, Workshops, and Activities
- Marketing and Communication: Promotion and Social Media and visitor management
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- System Architecture and Components: Structural design, materials, and subsystems (mechanical, electrical, electronic, and fluid) with selection and assembly criteria for marine environments
- Fundamentals and Principles of Operation: Physical and engineering foundations (thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, electricity, control, and materials) that explain performance and operating limits
- Safety and Environmental (SHE): Risk analysis, PPE, LOTO, hazardous atmospheres, spill and waste management, and emergency response plans
- Applicable Regulations and Standards: IMO/ISO/IEC requirements and local regulations;
- Conformance criteria, certification, and best practices for operation and maintenance
- Inspection, testing, and diagnostics: Visual/dimensional inspection, functional testing, data analysis, and predictive techniques (vibration, thermography, fluid analysis) to identify root causes
- Preventive and predictive maintenance: Hourly/cycle/seasonal plans, lubrication, adjustments, calibrations, consumable replacement, post-service verification, and operational reliability
- Instrumentation, tools, and metrology: Measuring and testing equipment, diagnostic software, calibration and traceability; selection criteria, safe use, and storage
- Onboard integration and interfaces: Mechanical, electrical, fluid, and data compatibility; Sealing and watertightness, EMC/EMI, corrosion protection, and interoperability testing.
Quality, acceptance testing, and commissioning: process and materials control, FAT/SAT, bench and sea trials, go/no-go criteria, and evidence documentation.
Technical documentation and integrated practice: logs, checklists, reports, and a complete case study (safety → diagnosis → intervention → verification → report) applicable to any system.
- Introduction to Naval Collections: Types, Origins, and Historical Significance.
- Constituent Materials of Naval Objects: Wood, metal, textiles, paper, and others.
- Agents of Deterioration: Humidity, temperature, light, pollutants, pests, and handling.
- Preventive Conservation Strategies: Environmental control, cleaning, packing, and storage.
- Conservation Intervention: Documentation, stabilization, consolidation, and reintegration.
- Restoration: Ethical criteria, reversibility, compatibility, and minimal intervention.
- Display of Naval Collections: Design, lighting, security, and accessibility.
- Assembly and Disassembly of Exhibitions: Handling, transport, and packing of objects.
- Risk Management: Emergency plans, fire safety, and theft prevention.
- Legislation and regulations applicable to the conservation and exhibition of naval heritage.
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Career opportunities
- Naval Collections Conservator/Restorer: Preservation and management of maritime artifacts.
- Maritime Heritage Manager: Development of conservation plans and promotion of naval heritage.
- Naval Museum Educator/Outreach Specialist: Design and implementation of educational programs and exhibitions.
- Naval History Researcher: Study and documentation of the evolution of navigation and shipbuilding.
- Naval Exhibition Curator: Planning and organization of thematic exhibitions on maritime history.
- Naval Museography Consultant: Advising on the design and installation of museums and naval interpretation centers.
- Naval Archivist/Documentalist: Management and organization of historical archives and maritime-related documentation.
- Cultural Manager in Maritime Institutions: Promotion of cultural activities related to naval heritage.
- Specialized Guide in Naval Museums: Interpretation and presentation of collections to visitors.
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Admission requirements

Academic/professional profile:
Degree/Bachelor's degree in Nautical Science/Maritime Transport, Naval/Marine Engineering, or a related field; or proven professional experience in bridge/operations.

Language proficiency:
Recommended functional maritime English (SMCP) for simulations and technical materials.

Documentation:
Updated resume, copy of degree or seaman's book, ID card/passport, letter of motivation.

Technical requirements (for online):
Equipment with camera/microphone, stable connection, ≥ 24” monitor recommended for ECDIS/Radar-ARPA.
Admission process and dates

1. Online
application
(form + documents).

2. Academic review and interview
(profile/objectives/schedule compatibility).

3. Admission decision
(+ scholarship proposal if applicable).

4. Reservation of place
(deposit) and registration.

5. Induction
(access to campus, calendars, simulator guides).
Scholarships and grants
- Fundamentals of Naval Museology: Master maritime history and the conservation of naval heritage.
- Management of Naval Collections: Learn to catalog, preserve, and display naval artifacts professionally.
- Design of Maritime Exhibitions: Create impactful narratives and immersive experiences for audiences.
- Interpretation of Maritime Heritage: Connect visitors with naval history and culture in meaningful ways.
- Case Studies and Internships: Apply your knowledge to real-world projects and visit renowned naval museums.
Testimonials
The Diploma in Naval Museology provided me with the necessary theoretical and practical tools to develop an exhibition project on the history of steam navigation in my region. Thanks to the knowledge I acquired in preventive conservation, collections management, and exhibition design, I was able to design an attractive and informative display that has been very well received by both the general public and specialists in the field, exceeding visitor expectations by 30% in the first three months.
The Diploma in Naval History, Culture & Heritage exceeded my expectations. I gained in-depth knowledge of maritime history, from ancient civilizations to the present day, with a particular focus on the naval influence on cultural development and heritage preservation. The classes, taught by passionate experts, fostered debate and critical analysis, enriching my understanding of the subject. Furthermore, visits to historical sites and naval museums provided invaluable hands-on experience, connecting me directly with maritime heritage. This diploma has been fundamental to my professional and personal development, broadening my horizons and sparking an even greater interest in naval history.
The Diploma in Naval Museology provided me with the theoretical and practical tools to lead the renovation of our maritime museum’s permanent exhibition. Thanks to the knowledge I gained in preventive conservation, collections management, and exhibition design, we achieved a 30% increase in visitor numbers and national recognition for the quality of our museum’s offerings.
The Diploma in Naval Museology provided me with the theoretical and practical tools to lead the museographic renovation of the historical cartography room in our museum. We achieved a 30% increase in visitor numbers and greater interaction with the artifacts thanks to the application of the knowledge acquired in preventive conservation, exhibition design, and museological narratives.
Frequently asked questions
Naval and maritime museums.
Yes. The itinerary includes ECDIS/Radar-ARPA/BRM with harbor, ocean, fog, storm, and SAR scenarios.
Online with live sessions; hybrid option for simulator/practical placements through agreements.
Naval museums, maritime museums or museums with collections related to naval history and heritage.
Recommended functional SMCP. We offer support materials for standard phraseology.
Yes, with a relevant degree or experience in maritime/port operations. The admissions interview will confirm suitability.
Optional (3–6 months) through Companies & Collaborations and the Alumni Network.
Simulator practice (rubrics), defeat plans, SOPs, checklists, micro-tests and applied TFM.
A degree from Navalis Magna University + operational portfolio (tracks, SOPs, reports and KPIs) useful for audits and employment.
- Introduction to Naval Collections: Types, History, and Heritage Value
- Constituent Materials of Naval Objects: Wood, metal, textiles, paper, etc.
- Agents of Deterioration: Humidity, light, temperature, pollutants, pests
- Techniques for Diagnosing the State of Conservation: Visual inspection, photography, non-destructive testing
- Cleaning and Stabilization of Objects: Methods, Materials, and Ethical Considerations
- Restoration of Damaged Objects: Intervention Criteria and Reversibility
- Proper Storage and Packaging: Environmental control, inert materials, and security systems
- Display and Mounting: Design, lighting, display cases, and Supports
- Documentation and registration of collections: Inventory, cataloging, and information management
- Legislation and regulations applicable to the conservation and exhibition of maritime cultural property
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Request information
Complete the Application Form.
Attach your CV/degree certificate (if you have it to hand).
Indicate your preferred cohort (January/May/September) and whether you would like the hybrid option with simulator sessions.
An academic advisor will contact you within 24–48 hours to guide you through the admission process, scholarships, and compatibility with your professional schedule.
Faculty
Eng. Tomás Riera
Full Professor
Eng. Tomás Riera
Full Professor
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Full Professor
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Full Professor
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Full Professor
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Full Professor
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Full Professor
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Full Professor
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Full Professor
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Full Professor
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Full Professor
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Full Professor