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Masters · 1600 h · 11 modules
Master's in Naval Telemedicine
Learn to implement and manage telemedicine solutions in maritime environments, ensuring access to expert medical care at sea. Master the latest technologies in remote diagnostics, patient monitoring, and secure medical…
Duration1600 h
FormatOnline
Starts7 December
Places20 / 20
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Programme overview
What is the Master’s in Naval Telemedicine?
Learn to implement and manage telemedicine solutions in maritime environments, ensuring access to expert medical care at sea. Master the latest technologies in remote diagnostics, patient monitoring, and secure medical communication. This program equips you to optimize medical emergency management and improve crew well-being, while complying with international regulations.
Learn to implement and manage telemedicine solutions in maritime environments, ensuring access to expert medical care on the high seas.
Differential Advantages
- Advanced Remote Diagnosis: Tele-radiology, tele-electrocardiography, and other innovative techniques.
- Maritime Teleconsultation Platforms: Management of specialized software and hardware for remote doctor-patient communication.
- Emergency Management at Sea: Protocols and procedures for critical situations and medical evacuations.
- Legal and Ethical Framework of Naval Telemedicine: Compliance with international regulations and data privacy standards.
- Simulated Practice and Real Cases: Gain practical experience through simulations and case study analysis.
Programme type
Master's Degree
Study mode
Online
Duration
1,600 hours
Modules
11
Start date
05-12-2026
Programme highlights
- Digital Transformation in Maritime Health: Master the latest technologies and platforms for remote healthcare in naval environments.
- International Protocols and Regulations: Gain in-depth knowledge of global regulations and standards in telemedicine to ensure safe and effective practice.
- Remote Diagnosis and Treatment: Acquire advanced skills in the use of remote diagnostic tools and in the management of medical emergencies at sea.
- Data Management and Cybersecurity: Learn to protect sensitive patient information and implement security strategies in naval telemedicine.
- Leadership and Team Coordination: Develop the necessary skills to lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams in naval telemedicine projects.
- Boost your career and Become an expert at the forefront of onboard healthcare.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
The programme is structured in 11 modules, listed below in order of study.
01
Fundamentals of Naval Telemedicine, Maritime Health and Remote Health Care in Ocean Operations and Fleets
- Naval telemedicine concept and differences between general telecare, maritime medicine and shipped remote clinical support
- Particularities of the maritime environment: isolation, limitation of resources, complex evacuation and operation in extreme conditions
- Typologies of boats and operations: merchant ships, fishing vessels, cruise ships, offshore, naval and scientific expeditions
- Actors of the Naval Health System: Crew, Embroidered Sanitary Personnel, Remote Medical Centres and Maritime Authorities
- Types of telemedical services: teleconsultation, teletriage, telediagnosis, continuous monitoring and emergency support
- Relationship between maritime occupational health, operational safety and continuity of mission
- Main health risks on board: trauma, acute illness, infection, fatigue, mental health and chronic pathologies
- Impact of telemedicine on evacuation reduction, improvement of clinical decisions and operational efficiency
- Trends in IOMT, digital health, clinical artificial intelligence and remote platforms applied to the naval environment
- Systemic approach to naval telemedicine as integration of medicine, technology, communications and maritime operation
02
Maritime Medicine, Emergencies on Board and Clinical Protocols in Remote Environment
- Fundamentals of Maritime Medicine and Epidemiology in Crews and Passengers
- Remote triage and clinical prioritisation under limited resource conditions
- Initial management of trauma, injuries, fractures, burns and occupational accidents on board
- Cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological, and metabolic emergency care
- Control of infections, outbreaks and communicable diseases in confined spaces
- Mental health, stress, isolation and psychological support in extended campaigns
- Medication management, medicine cabinets and clinical resources available
- Clinical communication protocols between ship and remote medical centre
- Medical Evacuation Criteria and SAR Coordination
- Development of clinical protocols adapted to maritime conditions
03
Telemedicine platforms, IOMT maritime and connected clinical devices
- Telemedicine platform architecture and remote care systems
- IOMT devices for monitoring vital signs and clinical parametres
- Portable diagnostic equipment: ECG, ultrasound, medical imaging and biometric sensors
- Integration of wearables for continuous crew tracking
- Clinical data quality and measurement validation in remote environment
- Digital medical history, event log and traceability
- Interoperability between devices, platforms and medical centres
- Usability of systems for non-specialised personnel
- Maintenance and operational availability of medical equipment on board
- Integration of telemedical systems in the operation of the ship
04
Satellite communications, connectivity and secure transmission of clinical data on the high seas
- Fundamentals of maritime communications and constraints of connectivity in the ocean
- Satellite technologies, VSAT, maritime mobile networks and hybrid links
- Transmission of clinical data, medical imaging and teleconsultation in real time
- Latency, bandwidth, stability and resilience in telemedical systems
- Information security, encryption and protection of health data
- Network architecture for critical health services
- Integration between communication systems and clinical platforms
- Redundancy and continuity of service in adverse conditions
- Management of connectivity and offline operation failures
- Optimisation of clinical data transmission in low connectivity environments
05
Operational management, health logistics and clinical decision making in Naval Telemedicina
- Organisation of the Telemedicine Service in Fleets and Maritime Operations
- Coordination between ship, remote medical centre and health authorities
- Logistics management of medicines, equipment and clinical resources
- Protocols of action in emergencies and critical events
- Health risk assessment and preventive planning
- Integration of telemedicine in maritime safety management systems
- Clinical decision making under uncertainty and limited resources
- Multiple Case Management and Operational Prioritization
- Evaluation of the performance of the telemedical system
- Sanitary process optimisation in naval operations
06
Regulation, Ethics, Privacy and Security in Naval Telemedicine
- Regulatory framework of telemedicine in maritime and international
- Medical and legal responsibility in remote care
- Protection of personal data and clinical confidentiality
- Informed Consent in Telemedicine
- Ethics in remote clinical decision making
- Safety regulations and international standards
- Management of legal and reputational risks
- Audit and Compliance in Telemedical Services
- Governance of health data in distributed environments
- Construction of safe, ethical and regulatory-compliant telemedical systems
07
Data Analytics, Artificial Intelligence and Continuous Improvement in Naval Telemedicine
- Use of clinical data for decision improvement and operational efficiency
- Predictive models for crew health risks
- Artificial Intelligence in Diagnosis, Triage and Clinical Support
- Continuous monitoring and early detection of anomalies
- Integration of operational and health data
- Evaluation of performance and KPIs of the telemedical system
- Continuous data-driven improvement
- AI limitations in remote clinical settings
- Risks of bias and validation of models
- Construction of Data-Driven systems in Naval Telemedicine
08
Naval Telemedical Systems Engineering, Technological Integration and End-to-End Architecture
- Design of integrated telemedical systems for fleets and offshore operations
- Hardware architecture, software, communications and clinical platforms
- Integration with ship systems and digital platforms
- Scalability and deployment in multiple boats
- System redundancy and resilience
- Management of interoperability between heterogeneous systems
- Technical evaluation and validation of architecture
- Costs, CAPEX, OPEX and sustainability of the system
- Technological evolution and development roadmap
- Construction of robust and scalable telemedical architectures
09
Advanced applications, real cases and future of telemedicine in maritime and offshore environments
- Real cases of implementation of telemedicine in fleets and platforms
- Telemedicine in cruises, energy offshore, fishing and naval defence
- Integration with medical evacuations and SAR operations
- Innovations in portable and autonomous medical devices
- Using augmented reality and advanced remote assistance
- Evolution towards Preventive Medicine in Crew
- Impact of new technologies on remote care
- Future Regulation and Operation Challenges
- Integration with global health systems
- Construction of a strategic vision of the future of naval telemedicine
10
Psychological care, mental health and telepsychology on board
- sea people mental health
- Telepsychology and remote care
- Suicidal risk detection
- Remote crisis intervention
- Psychological support after incidents
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Training of officers in psychological first aid
- Confidentiality and stigma
- Follow-up and referral
- Telepsychology protocol
11
Master’s Final Project in Naval Telemedicine
- Definition of the case study: Telemedical system for ship, fleet or offshore operation
- Analysis of clinical, operational and technological needs
- Telemedical system architecture design
- Selection of devices, communications and platforms
- Development of clinical and operational protocols
- Evaluation of technical, economic and regulatory feasibility
- Analytics integration and continuous improvement
- Preparation of comprehensive technical report
- Preparation of technical and operational documentation
- Presentation and defence of the final project with global validation of the developed solution
Workload
Study Time and Workload
1600 hours of study, online and at your own pace. Move the slider to the hours a week you can really put in.
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Who it is for
Doctors and nurses seeking to specialize in remote healthcare in maritime and remote environments.Healthcare professionals interested in the management and coordination of telemedicine services on board ships and offshore platforms.Shipping and insurance companies wishing to optimize the medical care of their crews and reduce healthcare costs.Biomedical engineers and technicians aspiring to
Faculty
Academic direction and faculty
The teaching team at Navalis: working professionals who deliver and oversee the institute's programmes.
Eng. Diego Cifuentes
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Eng. Tomás Riera
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Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
- 01Comprehensive management of health on board
- 02Implement and monitor telehealth programs
- 03Effectively coordinate medical care in remote maritime environments
- 04Mastering information and communication technologies applied to telemedicine
- 05Leading research and innovation projects in naval telemedicine
- 06Optimizing the management of naval medical emergencies
Careers
Career Opportunities
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02Onboard Physician / Remote Health Coordinator: Medical care at sea, emergency management, and liaison with specialized onshore centers.
03Naval Telemedicine Consultant: Design and implementation of telemedicine solutions for fleets, offshore platforms, and vessels.
04Maritime Health Researcher: Development of new technologies and protocols for remote healthcare in naval environments.
05Naval Telemedicine Project Manager: Planning and supervision of telemedicine system implementation projects on ships and at naval bases.
06Naval Telemedicine Trainer: Training medical and non-medical personnel in the use of telemedicine technologies in maritime environments.
07Telemedicine Systems Interoperability Specialist: Ensuring compatibility and exchange Data security between different telemedicine systems used in the naval sector.
08Data security officer in naval telemedicine: Protection of confidential patient information transmitted through telemedicine systems.
09Naval telemedicine regulatory advisor: Knowledge and application of national and international regulations on telemedicine in the maritime sector.
Questions
Entry Requirements
Telemedicine, specifically applied to the naval field.
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.
Navy
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 Institute + operational portfolio (tracks, SOPs, reports and KPIs) useful for audits and employment.
Online admissions
Admissions Process
No waiting for a phone call. If your documents are complete, you can pay in the same session.
Entry requirements
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