Maritime Cyber Risk Management

Non-credit course

For learners who do not need academic credit.

The registration deadline for Norwegian participants is 23 June 2026.

International participants must upload a copy of their passport or valid picture ID to the application portal.

You can complete at your own pace after application has been approved.  The application period for international participant will be: 16 February – 28 February, and 1 April - 15 April 2026. Please select “Non-credit courses” when submitting your application. 

The workload is estimated to 15 hours for non-credit course.  

Certificate of completion

If you would like to receive a course certificate upon completion, simply send us an email at ftms-studie@hvl.no with the course name in the subject line. We look forward to celebrating your achievement with you!  

For Norwegian/Nordic students seeking 2.5 academic credits. Academic credit is available to Norwegian/Nordic students only.

Admission requirements:

Higher Education Entrance Qualification (generell studiekompetanse)  or experience-based qualifications (realkompetanse).

No documentation of Norwegian language proficiency is required, but documentation of English language profiency is required. 

Application deadline:

15 March 2026.

How to apply:

• Log in to the application portal SøknadsWeb.
• Select «Engineering, maritime and climate».
• Select «Further Education Spring 2026».
• Choose 6802 EVN1021 Maritime Cyber Risk Management.
• Upload documentation that you fullfill the application requirements. 

About the course

To earn academic credit, you must complete an online exam.
The exam will be available on 2 June 2026 at 9.00 am.
The submission deadline is 4 June 2026 at 2.00 pm.

Read the course description.

Designed for flexibility, this course include videos, written materials and interactive activities—so you can learn at your own pace, wherever you are. No formal admission requirements.

The estimated workload is 15 hours.

Assessment for a non-credit course

There is no formal assessment, but a number of quiz questions integrated into the course which unlock more modules as you progress through the content. 

Assessment for a credit-bearing course (2.5 credits)

You must successfully complete a take-home exam.

The course consists of 4 modules:

1. Introduction to Cybersecurity:
   This module introduces the fundamental concepts of cybersecurity, explaining what steps are undertaken in common attacks. By understanding these key fundamentals, we are better equipped to defend our systems and vessels. 
   
   
2. Safe Seafarers:
   This module focuses on how seafarers' actions and behaviours directly influence vessels' cybersecurity posture, and the different impact of cyber attacks against Operational Technology compared to Information Technology. It delves into understanding social engineering tactics and emphasises the importance of adopting sound cyber hygiene practices to mitigate risks. 
   
   
3. System and Data Security:
   This module examines the various defensive tools and technologies that protect systems and data. It explains how measures such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, encryption, and others contribute to a robust defence against cyber threats.
   
   
4. Cyber Risk Management:
   This module covers the strategic application of security tools and frameworks to build organisational resilience against cyber risks. It explores the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and relevant maritime cybersecurity guidelines.