Diploma in Nautical Science

Marine Institute

Canada,Newfoundland and Labrador

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 8,310/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 120

Application Fee

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Canada, Newfoundland and Labrador

Type: College

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1964

Total Students: 1,000 +

Int. Students: 62 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

155 Ridge Rd, St. John, NL A1C 5R3, Canada

Diploma in Nautical Science

Program Overview

The Diploma of Technology in Nautical Science is a globally recognized, cooperative program which is accredited by Transport Canada in accordance with the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers, 1978 as amended in 2010 (Manila Convention). 

This cadet program is designed to:

  • Provide a strong theoretical and practical education in the field of nautical science;
  • Prepare students for employment in marine transportation;
  • Produce graduates who are capable of accepting the responsibilities and performing the duties assigned to them as ships officers;
  • Prepare students for professional recognition as seafaring officers by Transport Canada and to sit for the remaining Transport Canada examinations for the Watchkeeping Mate Certificate of Competence.

Program Structure

  • As a co-operative program, the Nautical Science diploma consists of periods of study at the Marine Institute which alternate with periods at sea. The entire program consists of:
    • First Year consists of semester one and two followed by an eight-week technical session and;
    • a two-month sea phase following the first technical session;
    • a second or intermediate year of study consisting of semesters three and four, followed by an eight-week technical session;
    • a fifteen-month sea phase following the second technical session. This sea phase may be completed over two work term periods; and,
    • a third or advanced year of study consisting of semesters five and six followed by a final eight-week technical session.

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