Jordan Academy for Maritime Studies

jams; is a specialized institute for maritime education and training. jams was established in 2004 as a response to the jordanian & arab maritime industry needs for seagoing navigation officers, marine engineers, and seafarers. activities jams was established to be a maritime provider for education, training, research and studies, and management consultations. maritime education about 500 students are now enrolled in the academy from different countries, with more than 38 nationalities. jams welcomes students from all countries who hold the general secondary school certificate or equivalent to join the path that suits their qualifications. special training courses the academy provides a wide range of training courses that are accredited by the jordan maritime commission (jmc) and meet the standards required by (stcw) 1978, and its amendments. safety courses jams provides a list of marine safety courses which comply with the standards required by the (stcw) 1978, and its amendments.