Mla College Ltd

The principal activity of the company is the provision of online and distance learning degrees and courses in a range of maritime, engineering, marine and sustainability-based subjects. Introduction MLA College received its registration with the Office for Students (OfS) in the approved category on the 11th October 2021. The Quality and Standards Review, considered as part of the registration process and undertaken by the UK Quality Assurance Agency; was met with high confidence. At present, MLA College undergraduate and postgraduate degrees are validated by the University of Plymouth (UoP), recognised as one of the world's best for marine. Although validated by UoP it is important to note our degrees are not delivered through a franchise arrangement. All degrees are designed, delivered and owned by MLA College. MLA College submitted its online application for Degree Awarding Powers (DAP) to the OfS in December 2021. In February 2023 full application of the desk-based assessment was submitted to the Quality Assurance Agency (acting as the Designated Quality Body) who recommend to OfS that MLA College proceed to the next stage. At the time of writing, MLA College is anticipating the final decision from the OfS on acquiring DAPs imminently. Vision We are able to shape future citizens of the world through the provision of high quality educational and development opportunities accessible globally. Mission To deliver outstanding flexible education and training to promote the conservation and sustainable use of the environment for the advancement of the global community. Values We remain committed to a clearly defined set of core values where the learner is placed at the centre of everything we do. Our core values are: Educational excellence Equality, diversity and inclusion Integrity Creativity Academic freedom for all Accessibility 2025 has been a very successful year for MLA College in terms of external recognition of the organisation and the quality of what we deliver. This includes: A significant increase in student recruitment, reflecting growing global demand for MLA College’s flexible, online and distance learning provision. This growth has been supported by continued enhancement of the College’s academic portfolio, including the launch of SDG Bytesize courses, which expand access to short, flexible learning opportunities aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and support professional development for a global learner community. External recognition for ESG and impact, with MLA College named as a finalist in the Education Investor Awards for the ESG and Impact Award. Commitment to accessibility and inclusion, demonstrated through MLA College’s pledge to achieve the Disabled Student Commitment, reinforcing the College’s strategic focus on inclusive education and learner support. Strengthened engagement with the global maritime community, including sponsorship of the ICS Mumbai Annual Student Awards and sponsorship of London International Shipping Week. International profile and community building, marked by MLA College’s participation in Singapore Maritime Week and the hosting of an international graduation celebration, reinforcing the College’s global reach and industry engagement. In addition, the CIFAL (International Training Centre for Authorities and Leaders) Centre, established jointly by UNITAR and MLA College, continues to advance its mission to support the United Nations Agenda 2030 for Sustainable Development through the delivery of seminars and the development of new undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Collaboration with CIFAL City of London has continued to support programmes including Sustainability in Practice and Global Sustainable Development at both Bachelors and Masters level.