This is the Maritime Economics CAPS Document (Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement) for the Further Education and Training Phase, Grades 10-12, issued by the South African Department of Basic Education. It sets out what must be taught, learnt and assessed in Maritime Economics across Grades 10, 11 and 12, and is relevant for the 2026 and 2027 school years. The subject covers the Maritime World, Shipping Operations, International Trade and Maritime Environmental Challenges, preparing learners for careers in shipping, harbour operations and the broader maritime industry.
The following document, Maritime Economics CAPS Document Grades 10-12.pdf, is the full document.
CAPS Document Brief
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The document defines Maritime Economics through four main topics: the Maritime World (terminology, map reading and background knowledge of the shipping industry), Shipping Operations (harbours, transport systems, cargo logistics and voyage costing), International Trade (principles, role players, trading nations and the legal framework of maritime trade), and Maritime Environmental Challenges (maritime meteorology, marine ecosystems and fair trade principles).
The document runs to 48 pages and is organised into three sections: Section 1 introduces the overall Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement, including general aims and time allocation across the phases; Section 2 introduces Maritime Economics itself, covering its main topics, specific aims and career opportunities; and Section 3 sets out the topic overview and examinable content in detail, including worked calculations and assessment tasks per grade.
The subject aims to give learners a body of knowledge and skills in this specialised sector of the economy, building awareness of the maritime industry and its importance to the South African economy, and understanding of national maritime security and safe maritime practices. It also seeks to promote responsible attitudes toward the marine environment, broaden access to the subject, and prepare learners for maritime careers and tertiary maritime courses.
Grade
10-12
Subject
Maritime Economics
Phase
Further Education and Training Phase
Curriculum
South African (CAPS)
School Years
2026 and 2027