THE PSYCHOLOGICAL BENEFITS OF LEARNING MARITIME ENGLISH FOR STUDENTS OF MERCHANT MARINE ACADEMIES

Evaggelia Giovanoglou

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This qualitative research explores the psychological benefits experienced by fifth-semester students at a Merchant Marine Academy through learning Maritime English. Through in-depth interviews with 50 students and thematic analysis, this study identifies four major psychological effects: increased communication confidence, reduced language anxiety, enhanced professional motivation, and a strengthened sense of global identity. Findings suggest that Maritime English learning not only improves communication skills but also supports the emotional and psychological preparedness of students for global maritime careers.

 

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Maritime English, merchant marine cadets, psychological benefits, communication confidence, maritime education

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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.46827/ejse.v11i3.6024

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