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DIPLOMA IN NAUTICAL SCIENCE

Diploma in Nautical Science is a 1-year course (2 Semesters) followed by compulsory one-and-half year  on-board ship training that provides students with the basic knowledge and skills required to work as deck cadets in the merchant navy. The course is designed to give students a solid foundation in nautical science and prepare them for a career in the shipping industry.

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  • Duration
  • Accreditation Authority
  • Age Limit
  • Course Fee
  • Intake
  • 1 years 18 months
  • NIMASA Approved Govt. of Nigeria.
  • 25 years
  • ₦ 8,09,999 Approx.
  • 40 Seats

About The Course

Diploma in Nautical Science is a 1-year course (2 Semesters) followed by compulsory one-and-a-half year (3 Semesters) on-board ship training that provides students with the basic knowledge and skills required to work as deck cadets in the merchant navy. The course is designed to give students a solid foundation in nautical science and prepare them for a career in the shipping industry.

After completing the on-board training, the Sixth Semester constitutes the “OICNW Certificate of Competency” awarded by the Directorate General of Shipping. It leads to simultaneous award of B.Sc. (Nautical Science) degree.

The course curriculum covers a range of topics related to shipping and nautical science, including navigation, ship stability, meteorology, cargo handling, ship construction, communication, maritime law, and marine pollution prevention. Students will also receive training in firefighting, first aid, survival at sea, and other essential skills.

After the course, students will be required to undergo mandatory 18 months of practical training on board ships, which will enable them to gain hands-on experience in various aspects of ship operations, including navigation, cargo handling, and maintenance.

Duration: 1 Year (Full Time) + 18 months on board ship training

Accreditation Authority: Approved by the Directorate General of Shipping, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Govt. of India.

Eligibility Criteria

Academic:

  1. Pass in 12th standard or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics & English as separate subjects with a PCM average of not less than 60%.
  2. The candidate must have secured a minimum 50% mark in the English Language in the 10th or 12th standard exam.

Note:

  1. The candidate must have passed the 10th and 12th standards from a recognized board.

OR

  1. B.Sc. in Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, or Electronics with Physics as an individual subject in one of the years, with an average of not less than 55% of marks in the final year.
  2. The candidate must have secured a minimum of 50% marks in the English language in the 10th & 12th standard exams.

Note:

  1. The candidate must have passed the 10th standard from a recognized board.

OR

  1. BE/ BTech Degree from IIT or a college recognized by AICTE with an average of not less than 50% of marks in the final year.
  2. The candidate must have secured a minimum of 50% marks in the English language in 10th & 12th standard or the degree course conducted by a recognized board or any University.

Note:

  1. The candidate must have passed the 10th & 12th standards from a recognized board degree from a recognized board or any University.

Admission Test:

  1. Seascope Entrance Exams
  2. Qualified in IMU Common Entrance Test (CET)
  3. Shipping Company Sponsorship Test (SCST)

Age:

The maximum age limit is 25 years.

Career Scope

Graduates of this course can expect to have a challenging and rewarding career that offers excellent opportunities for growth and advancement in the marine sector leading to STCW A- II/2 Chief Mates/ Masters CoC on ships of 500 gross tonnages or more, and they may also pursue further higher education in the field of nautical science, maritime studies and maritime law, such as MSc, MBA, and LLM.

Program Highlights

  • Comprehensive curriculum covering navigation, ship operations, and safety.
  • Industry-relevant training with mandatory sea-time experience.
  • Internationally recognized certifications, including STCW.
  • Access to cutting-edge maritime simulators and equipment.
  • Strong career prospects in maritime operations and logistics.
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