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Speak to UKSA on +44 (0)1983 294941 or email us We’ve got a lot to shout about! Over 2018/19 nearly 1,300 individuals received training at UKSA for a career in the yachting and watersports industries. 84% of whom were aged 25 or under. 409 students started one of our career training courses LEARN MORE 879 students completed MCA courses LEARN MORE 25% of our graduates went into the watersports industry LEARN MORE 34% of our graduates went into the superyacht industry LEARN MORE Case studies Thousands of students attend UKSA each year with the aim of gaining the skills and qualifications needed to build a successful career in the maritime industry. Here we share some of their inspirational stories. For a woman seeking a career within the maritime industry, UKSA provided the perfect solution. Laura Ellis – Superyacht Cadetship READ MORE Superyacht Cadetship Providing a unique pathway into the superyacht industry. Our flagship course, the Superyacht Cadetship is a structured programme designed to train the future officers of the superyacht industry. Live on site and finish phase 1 in 6 months Bursaries available to help with funding Log over 5,000 nautical sea miles by the time you finish LEARN MORE Open days Have a site tour and explore our all-inclusive facilities for yourself. Meet our Instructors and have any questions answered by our dedicated careers advisors. REGISTER NOW OCT 22 22nd October 2022 11:00 – 14:00 BOOK YOUR PLACE NOW! SEP 24 24th September 2022 11:00 – 14:00 BOOK YOUR PLACE NOW! JUL 23 23rd July 2022 11:00 – 14:00 BOOK YOUR PLACE NOW! 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