The The University of Lagos was established in 1962 by an Act of Parliament, in the then capital city, Lagos, to cater for the needs of the growing population, enlarging market, emerging industries and the Nigerian economy at large.

The maritime industry is critical to the nation as it accounts for the carriage of over 95% of the exports and imports of the Nigerian trade in crude oil and non-oil products. Its role in regional development is enormous, especially within the coastal communities bordering the Gulf of Guinea.

The Institute of Maritime Studies currently runs the following programmes:

• Master of Science in Hydrographic Surveying(M.Sc. HYS)
• Master of Maritime Administration & Management (MMAM)
• Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management (MLSM)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Maritime Communication and Navigation
• Postgraduate Diploma in Maritime Environmental Studies
• Postgraduate Diploma in Maritime Administration and Management

The courses offered by IMS, University of Lagos, are a good opportunity for those interested in career switch since the maritime industry offers good, competitive and commensurate salaries with job stability and flexibility. The University of Lagos is poised to contributing her quota towards building the much-needed capacity for the Nigerian and African maritime industry. As you navigate through our web site, you will obtain more information which include the requirements for admission should you be considering joining us. On behalf of the Vice Chancellor of the University of Lagos, Prof. Folashade Ogunsola and the vibrant, talented and dedicated staff of IMS,

I want to welcome you and thank you most affectionately for your interest in IMS.

PROF. ABIODUN MARY ODUKOYA, FNMGS.

DIRECTOR,  IMS