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Masters · 1600 h · 11 modules
Master's in Universal Maritime Literature
Offers an in-depth immersion into the works that have shaped our understanding of the sea and its impact on humanity. This program explores the epic narratives, adventure stories, and lyric poems that capture the immensity of the…
Duration1600 h
FormatOnline
Starts21 December
Places20 / 20
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What is the Master’s in Universal Maritime Literature?
The Master's in Universal Maritime Literature
Offers an in-depth immersion into the works that have shaped our understanding of the sea and its impact on humanity. This program explores the epic narratives, adventure stories, and lyric poems that capture the immensity of the ocean and the human experience of encountering it. Through critical analysis of classical and contemporary authors, you will discover the complex representations of the sea as a source of life, danger, mystery, and inspiration. You will delve into topics such as maritime identity, exploration, shipwreck, piracy, and ocean conservation, developing a global and multidisciplinary perspective on maritime literature.
Distinctive Advantages
- Global Approach: Explore works from diverse cultures and literary traditions related to the sea.
- Critical Analysis: Develop rigorous textual analysis and interpretation skills.
- Current Issues: Address contemporary issues such as climate change and marine sustainability through literature.
- Renowned Experts: Learn from leading professors and researchers in the field of maritime literature.
- Research Opportunities: Access projects and resources to develop your own original research.
Programme type
Master's Degree
Study mode
Online
Duration
1,600 hours
Modules
11
Programme highlights
- Explore the Depths: Immerse yourself in the narrative richness of the sea, from Homeric epics to contemporary novels.
- Critical Analysis: Develop a unique perspective to interpret masterpieces of world maritime literature.
- Historical and Cultural Context: Discover the influence of the sea on society, the economy, and the human imagination throughout the centuries.
- Research Tools: Master the key methodologies for the study of comparative literature and maritime studies.
- Career Opportunities: Prepare for a career in teaching, research, publishing, and cultural management with a focus specialized.
- Embark on an unforgettable literary journey and become an expert in the literature that sails the oceans of the world.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
The programme is structured in 11 modules, listed below in order of study.
01
Comparative analysis of nautical litreary works in the formation of global maritime thought
- Introduction to the comparative study of maritime litreature: historical background and relevance in the formation of global thought
- Theoretical framework: Key concepts in nautical litreature, litreary genres and their evolution in maritime contexts
- Stylistic and rhetorical analysis of classic works: from “The Odyssey” to “Moby Dick” and its influence on the perception of the sea
- Nautical litreature in different cultures: European, Asian, African and American vision in the construction of the maritime imaginary
- The sea as a symbolic and physical space: interdisciplinary approach between geography, history and litreature
- Critical study of exploration and adventure narratives: impact on maritime expansion and colonizing thought
- Social roles and representations in maritime litreature: sailors, captains, pirates and coastal communities
- Relationship between nautical litreature and maritime sciences: how fiction and technical reality influence each other
- Comparison of recurring themes: survival, maritime ethics, human-nature relations and the myth of the sea as a border
- Influence of maritime litreature on contemporary popular culture and the formation of global environmental thought
02
Ecophilosophy and maritime symbolism in the universal narrative: from Homer to Melville
- Fundamentals of Ecophilosophy Applied to the Sea: Key Concepts and Historical Evolution
- Maritime symbolism in classical antiquity: analysis of myths and epics from Homer
- Relationships between marine ecosystems and litreary representations: an interdisciplinary approach
- The sea as an existential and spiritual metaphor in the universal narrative: from the Greeks to the Middle Ages
- Aesthetic and ethical dimensions of the ocean in Renaissance and Baroque texts
- Symbolic meanings of travel and shipwreck in maritime litreature: paradigms and cultural variations
- The figure of the navigator and nature in romantic prose: intersections between humanity and nature
- Melville and the sublime ocean construction: deep analysis of Moby Dick from Ecophilosophy
- Philosophical implications of the sea in contemporary litreature: eco-criticism and posthumanism
- Methodological tools for symbolic and environmental analysis in universal maritime texts
03
Comparative studies of nautical narratives from antiquity to modernity: influences and perspectives in the formation of global maritime thought
- Historical contextualization of maritime narratives: from the Homeric epics to the stories of the age of discoveries
- Intertextuality and nautical symbolism: analysis of metaphors and recurring archetypes in universal maritime litreature
- Comparative study of maritime litreary genres: chronicles, travel stories, adventure novels and epic marine poetry
- Impact of geographical explorations on the transformation of the litreary maritime imaginary and the consolidation of global thought
- Literary treatment of natural elements: wind, sea, storms and their symbolic personification in nautical narratives
- The figure of the navigator or sailor as litreary protagonist: from the classic hero to the contemporary antihero
- Influence of regional litreatures (Scandinavian, Mediterranean, Asian and Latin American) in the formation of a universal maritime canon
- Modernity and postmodernity: critical rereadings and thematic reconfiguration of maritime stories in contemporary litreature
- Applied Theoretical Perspectives: Literary Criticism, Postcolonial Theory and Ecocritical in Maritime Studies
- Transdisciplinarity in the formation of global maritime thought: relationship with history, anthropology, sociology and philosophy
04
Oceanic and geopolitical semiology Narrative: iconography, metaphor and power in universal maritime litreature
- Fundamentals of Ocean Semiology: Theory and Application in Maritime Literary Analysis
- Naval and maritime iconography: symbols, emblems and their cultural traditions in universal texts
- Oceanic metaphors: narrative structures and their influence on the construction of the maritime imaginary
- Poetics of Navigation: Literary representation of the maritime space as a symbolic and political territory
- Narrative geopolitics: power and hegemony in the configuration of global maritime stories
- Literary cartography: the interpretation and re-signification of maps and routes in the maritime narrative
- Critical analysis of maritime discourses: colonialism, expansion and resistance from universal litreature
- Comparative study of currents and genres: from nautical romanticism to oceanic postmodernity
- Representation of the sea as a mythical space versus historical territory in litreature
- Methodological tools for interdisciplinary research in semiology and maritime litreature
05
Literary navigation and symbolic cartography: representations of the sea as a space for identity and conflict in global litreature
- Theoretical Foundations of Literary Navigation: Interdisciplinary Exploration of the Metaphor of the Sea as a Narrative Space
- Symbolic cartography in the litreature: semiological analysis of maps, graphs and visual representations of the ocean
- Identity and maritime territory: Literary construction of cultural and geopolitical belonging in universal stories
- The sea as a space for conflict: narrative and discursive strategies that reflect social, political and ecological tensions
- Comparative studies of litreary maritime traditions: from classical epic to global contemporary narrative
- The function of the journey and the crossing: psychological and anthropological symbolisms of displacement by sea in different cultural contexts
- Intersection between real and fictional cartography: critical analysis of litreary works that incorporate maritime maps and diagrams
- Representations of the sea in poetry and prose: stylistic techniques and litreary resources that make up the maritime space
- Maritime and Colonialism: Literary Discourses on Power, Domination and Resistance in Ocean Spaces
- Advanced research methodologies in maritime litreature: textual analysis, cartographic hermeneutics and applied cultural studies
06
Comparative and semiological analysis of nautical narratives and their impact on the construction of global maritime thought
- Theoretical foundations of semiology applied to maritime narratives: signs, symbols, codes and their function in nautical communication.
- Comparative history of global maritime litreatures: from classical epics to contemporary narrative in different ocean cultures.
- Structural analysis of nautical texts: archetypes, recurring motifs and the configuration of space and maritime time.
- Interrelation between maritime symbology and universal myths: construction and perpetuation of maritime cultural identities.
- Advanced methodologies for the critical analysis of nautical discourses: interdisciplinary approach between litreature, history and anthropology.
- Impact of maritime narratives on the conformation of collective imaginary and maritime strategic thinking at a global level.
- Comparative study of the representation of the sea as a space for conflict, exploration and sustenance in different litreary traditions.
- The role of narrative in the evolution of maritime policies and in public perception of the sovereignty and conservation of the marine environment.
- Contemporary debates on identity and ecology in maritime litreature: semiology of the environmental crisis and its narrative manifestations.
- Practical application: Design of research projects and semiological analysis of selected maritime texts for their academic or informative publication.
07
Comparative studies of nautical narrative: iconography, metaphor and power in the construction of global maritime thought
- Theory and methodology of comparative studies in maritime litreature: interdisciplinary and transnational approaches
- Nautical iconography: visual and symbolic analysis of maritime representation in maps, engravings and litreary works from ancient times to the modern era
- Maritime metaphors in the construction of litreary discourse: from the archetype of the ocean as a border and abyss to the metaphor of the journey as a self-transformation
- Power and dominance in the maritime narrative: discursive and symbolic strategies in the consolidation of colonial and geopolitical thought through litreature
- Case studies: Navigation and exploration in classical European narrative vs. Maritime imaginaries in non-Western litreatures
- The relationship between maritime technology and litreary representation: evolution of the ship, cartography and its impact on the story and the cultural perception of the sea
- Symbolism of the sea and seafaring in the construction of identity and global politics: analysis from post-colonial theory and cultural studies
- Dynamics of the symbolic power of maritime narratives in globalization: circulation, appropriation and resistance in different cultural contexts
- Impact of nautical narrative on the formation of the contemporary maritime imaginary: litreary, artistic and media perspectives
- Digital tools for comparative analysis of texts and maritime representations: digital corpus, semantic network analysis and data visualisation
08
Theory and critique of maritime narratives: litreary bridges between cultures and eras in the construction of the world's oceanic imaginary
- Epistemological and methodological foundations in maritime narrative theory: interdisciplinary approaches from comparative litreature, cultural history and maritime studies
- The evolution of maritime narrative in historical contexts: from the oral accounts of the navigating peoples to classical and modern litreature, with emphasis on the interaction between Europe, Asia, Africa and America
- Critical theories applied to maritime litreature: hermeneutical, deconstructive and post-colonial analysis to understand the representations of the sea and its symbolism over time
- The construction of the global oceanic imaginary: myths, symbols and archetypes in universal maritime litreature and its impact on the cultural perception of the ocean
- Narratives of exploration, commerce and migration: cultural interactions, encounters and conflicts narrated in transoceanic chronologies
- Maritime litreature and hybrid identities: the sea as a space for cultural hybridization and its reflection in litreary texts from antiquity to contemporary
- Comparative study of maritime litreary genres: epic, adventure novel, lyrical poetry and graphic narrative in different historical and cultural contexts
- The influence of maritime technological advances in narrative: from sailing to steam navigation and narrated technological modernity
- The role of maritime litreature in the construction of collective memories and in the configuration of cultural and environmental policies around the ocean
- Practical applications: Critical design of research projects in maritime narrative, elabouration of exhaustive litreary analyses and proposals for interdisciplinary cultural dissemination
09
Comparative analysis of classical and contemporary works in the formation of global maritime thought
- Historical contextualization of maritime litreature: from classical epics to contemporary narrative
- Emblematic classics: deep analysis of founding texts such as "The Odyssey", "The Book of Wonders" and "The Travels of Sinbad"
- Impact of classical litreature on the construction of the maritime imaginary and the conceptualization of the sea as a symbolic and real space
- Literary transition: thematic and stylistic evolution between classical litreature and early modern maritime works
- Comparative study of narrative structures, sources and genres used in classical versus contemporary maritime litreature
- Key Contemporary Authors: Critical analysis of figures like Herman Melville, Joseph Conrad, and Patrick O'Brian
- Representations of the sea and navigation in contemporary litreature: realism, symbolism and existential element
- Intertextuality and dialogue between times: how current works reinterpret and revisit the myths and classic maritime stories
- Influence of technological and global transformations in contemporary maritime narrative: its reflection in litreature
- Maritime litreature as a tool in the formation of global maritime thought: identity, ecology, economics and geopolitics
10
Hispanic and Ibero-American Maritime Literature
- Chronicles of the Indies and Navigation Stories
- Literature of the Golden Age and the Sea
- Spanish seafaring poetry
- Spanish maritime novel of the 19th century
- Narrative of the sea in Ibero-America
- The sea in contemporary poetry
- Literature of exile by sea
- writers and the sea
- Translation of maritime litreature
- critical comment of texts
11
Master’s Final Project in Universal Maritime Literature
- Theoretical foundations of maritime narrative: definition, historical evolution and interpretive paradigms in universal litreature
- Interdisciplinary methodologies: convergence of litreature, naval history, anthropology and oceanography for critical analysis of maritime texts
- Structural and semiotic analysis of nautical representations: symbols, metaphors and myths in the construction of the collective maritime imaginary
- Comparative study of maritime litreary genres: epics, adventure novels, exploration stories and marine poetry from antiquity to contemporary
- Socio-political and economic contextualization of maritime works: influence of ocean geopolitics in the universal narrative
- The sea as a liminal and ontological space: philosophical and existential implications in the construction of maritime thought
- Integration of digital technologies and computational analysis in the study of maritime texts: data mining, analysis of narrative networks and semantic visualisation
- Development of critical proposals for the preservation, dissemination and revitalization of maritime litreary heritage in globalized contexts
- Design and execution of the Master’s Final Project: Formulation of hypotheses, interdisciplinary methodology, critical analysis and presentation of results around nautical narratives
- Impact and projection of universal maritime thought on contemporary maritime education, culture and policies: towards an oceanic global consciousness
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Who it is for
Literature lovers with a special interest in the sea as an inexhaustible source of stories and symbols.Students and graduates in Humanities, Philology, History, or related fields seeking to specialize in a unique and fascinating literary field.Literature and language teachers wishing to enrich their knowledge and offer new perspectives to their students.Writers and aspiring novelists who fin
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
- 01Analyze and interpret nautical symbols
- 02To contextualize and assess the influence of the sea on literature
- 03Produce creative texts inspired by maritime tradition
- 04Understand and apply specialized maritime vocabulary
- 05Critically evaluate the representation of the sea in diverse literary cultures
- 06Design innovative research projects on maritime literature
Careers
Career Opportunities
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02Cultural Manager: Design and curator of exhibitions, events, and projects related to maritime literature.
03Editor/Proofreader: In publishing houses specializing in maritime literature, history, or culture.
04Literary Critic: Specializing in maritime literature in media outlets, academic journals, or blogs.
05Researcher/Academic: In universities or research centers, developing projects on maritime literature and its relationship to history, culture, and society.
06Screenwriter/Literary Consultant: For audiovisual productions (film, television, documentaries) that address maritime themes.
07Literary Translator: Specializing in literary works with maritime themes in different languages.
08Archivist/Librarian: In institutions that house collections of maritime literature, preserving and cataloging documentary holdings.
09Writer/Novelist: developing works of fiction or non-fiction inspired by maritime literature and culture.
Questions
Entry Requirements
Universal maritime literature.
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.
Epic narrative.
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.
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Admissions Process
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Entry requirements
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