Constanta Maritime University

Constanta Maritime University (CMU) is a public university in Constanța, Romania, founded as the Merchant Marine Institute on 6 February 1990 following a Government Decision, incorporating the Faculty of Naval Electromechanics formerly part of the Mircea cel Batran Marine Institute. In 2000, by government decision no. 85, it was renamed Constanta Maritime University. CMU offers 11 accredited Bachelor's programs, 16 accredited Master's programs, and Doctoral studies in Mechanical Engineering across two faculties: the Faculty of Navigation and Naval Transport, and the Faculty of Marine Engineering. The university is accredited by the Romanian Quality Assurance Agency (ARACIS) with the highest level of confidence. The Romanian Naval Authority performs yearly audits to ensure compliance with IMO-STCW Manila standards. CMU has also been audited by Bureau Veritas Quality International (UKAS) and the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA). It holds ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certifications (2024–2027). The university has been recognized by the Japanese Maritime Center, Danish Maritime Authority, and the Hellenic Ministry of Education. CMU maintains an active Erasmus+ program and international partnerships, including a Double Degree Agreement with Shanghai Maritime University. Approximately 4,100 students and 130 teaching staff are currently associated with the institution.