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Course on Naval Battles and Conflicts
Discover the Battles and Maritime Conflicts course.A deep dive into the strategies, technologies, and key figures that shaped naval warfare throughout history. Analyze everything from tactics of antiquity to submarine warfare in
Duration300 h
FormatOnline
Starts23 November
Places20 / 20
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Programme overview
What is the Course on Naval Battles and Conflicts?
Discover the Battles and Maritime Conflicts
course.
A deep dive into the strategies, technologies, and key figures that shaped naval warfare throughout history. Analyze everything from tactics of antiquity to submarine warfare in the 20th century, understanding how sea dominance influenced the course of civilizations. This program will provide you with a critical perspective on the evolution of naval power and its impact on global geopolitics.
Differential Advantages
- Detailed Analysis of Key Battles: Learn from the mistakes and successes of admirals and naval strategists.
- Historical and Geopolitical Context: Understand the motivations and consequences of each naval conflict.
- Naval Technological Evolution: From rowing boats to nuclear aircraft carriers.
- Impact on Society and Culture: How naval warfare influenced art, literature, and thought.
- Exclusive Multimedia Material: Interactive maps, explanatory videos, and documents historical.
Programme type
Course
Study mode
Online
Duration
300 hours
Modules
5
Programme highlights
- Strategic Analysis: Breaks down the naval tactics and key decisions in historical naval battles.
- Leadership on the High Seas: Studies the leadership of admirals and commanders in conflict situations.
- Technology and Armament: Explores the evolution of naval technology and its impact on the course of battles.
- Naval Geopolitics: Understands the influence of naval battles on the configuration of global power.
- Combat Simulations: Participates in practical exercises to apply the knowledge acquired.
- Delve into naval history and strategy to understand the significance of maritime conflicts.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
The programme is structured in 5 modules, listed below in order of study.
01
Historical, strategic and operational foundations of maritime warfare throughout history
- Maritime warfare concept: historical evolution, strategic objectives and difference between naval combat, blockade and control of the sea
- Determinants of naval power: Geography, technology, logistics, leadership and industrial capacity of maritime powers
- Classic principles of maritime strategy: dominance of the sea, denial of the sea, projection of power and protection of lines of communication
- Maritime clash typologies: Fleet battles, Corsican warfare, Amphibious operations, Litoral wars, and hybrid conflicts
- Evolution of platforms and naval weapons: from the galley and the ship of the line to submarines, aircraft carriers and guided missiles
02
Maritime battles of antiquity and the Middle Ages: tactics, fleets and control of strategic routes
- Naval Warfare in the Ancient Mediterranean: Phoenicians, Greeks, Carthaginians and Romans in the dispute over maritime trade and hegemony
- Salamis, Actium and other decisive battles of antiquity: political context, tactical doctrine and geostrategic consequences
- Ancient and medieval naval platforms: galleys, biremes, triremes, dromones and regional warships
- Maritime conflicts in Byzantium, the Islamic world and medieval Europe: ports, routes of exchange and struggle for the coast
- Vikings, Crusades and War in closed and coastal seas: mobility, looting, convoys and control of straits
03
Naval Conflicts of the Modern Age: Ocean Expansion, Maritime Empires, and Transformation of High Sea Combat
- The Ocean Revolution and the Imperial Naval War: Spain, Portugal, England, France and United Provinces in global dispute
- Naval battles between empires: Lepanto, the Invincible Navy, Trafalgar and other systemic impact clashes
- Tactical evolution of the ship of the line: shipped artillery, battle lines, manoeuvreing and fire discipline
- Convoy War, Corso and Trade Protection: Economic Dimension of the Modern Maritime Conflict
- Shipyards, ports and naval logistics in the imperial expansion: industrial capacity and support of oceanic fleets
04
Battles and maritime conflicts of the contemporary age: from the naval industrial revolution to the world wars
- Technological transformation of naval combat in the 19th century: steam, armor, torpedoes and large-caliber artillery
- Naval Conflicts Pre-World War I: Colonial Wars, Imperial Rivalries, and Doctrinal Change
- Naval Warfare in World War I: Jutland, Submarines, Mining and War on Trade
- Maritime Warfare in World War II: Atlantic, Pacific, Mediterranean and Amphibious Large-Scale Operations
- Aircraft carriers, submarines and air warfare: Transformation of the centre of operational gravity in the 20th century
05
Strategic analysis of naval battles and final project of historical and operational interpretation of a maritime conflict
- Naval battles and campaign analysis methodologies: battle order, maritime terrain, logistics, intelligence and command
- Naval Doctrine Comparison: Strategic Schools, Organisational Culture, and Operational Force Employment
- Evaluation of decisive factors in maritime conflicts: technology, information, morals, climate, training and leadership
- Historical and cartographic reconstruction of confrontations: timelines, maps, routes, tactical phases and operational results
- Development of an applied study on a battle or maritime conflict: historical, strategic and geopolitical approach
Workload
Study Time and Workload
300 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
Historians and academics interested in the strategic and tactical analysis of major naval battles.Naval officers and military personnel seeking to understand the evolution of naval warfare and the lessons learned from past conflicts.Students of political science and international relations wishing to explore the geopolitical impact of naval battles in world history.Naval history and sailing
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
- 01Understanding and applying historical naval strategies
- 02Assessing and mitigating risks in naval combat scenarios
- 03Coordinate and optimize resources in complex maritime operations
- 04Develop leadership and decision-making skills under pressure in the naval environment
- 05Integrate and operate weapons and sensor systems on naval platforms
- 06Mastering offensive and defensive naval combat tactics
Careers
Career Opportunities
01Maritime Risk Analyst: Assessing threats and vulnerabilities in conflict-ridden maritime environments.
02Maritime Security Consultant: Designing and implementing protection strategies for vessels and ports.
03Maritime Incident Investigator: Analyzing causes and assigning responsibility in historical or current maritime conflicts and battles.
04Maritime Intelligence Specialist: Gathering and analyzing information to anticipate and prevent conflicts at sea.
05Naval/Military Historian: Researching and documenting maritime battles and conflicts for academic or educational purposes.
06Simulation and Game Designer: Creating realistic naval combat scenarios for training or entertainment.
07Defense Journalist: Covering news and providing analysis on security and conflict issues. Maritime.
08Advisor in international maritime law: Interpretation and application of laws and treaties in maritime dispute contexts.
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Questions
Entry Requirements
Gain control of the sea or deny it to the enemy.
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.
Galera, trirreme, bireme, liburna y dromón.
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
Academic/Professional Profile:Bachelor's/Undergraduate degree in History, Political Science, Military Studies, Naval Archaeology, or a related field; or accredited professional experience in naval historical research, armed forces, or maritime security.Language Proficiency:Recommended: English (level B2) for accessing international bibliographies and sources. Desirable knowledge of classical languages (Latin, Ancient Greek) or modern languages relevant to the historical context studied (French, Spanish).Documentation:Updated CV, copy of degree or certificate of professional
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