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SQA Advanced Certificate in Nautical Science

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Institution code: S82
UCAS code: J611
Start date: September 2024
Duration: One year full-time
Location: East Coast College (Lowestoft)
Typical Offer: Please call our Clearing Hotline on 01473 338352 to discuss your qualifications and suitability for 2024 entry.
Institution code: S82
UCAS code: J611
Start date: September 2024
Duration: One year full-time
Location: East Coast College (Lowestoft)
Typical Offer: Please call our Clearing Hotline on 01473 338352 to discuss your qualifications and suitability for 2024 entry.
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Course information table
Institution code: S82
UCAS code: J611
Start date: September 2025
Duration: One year full-time
Location: East Coast College (Lowestoft)
Typical Offer: International applicants only
Course information table
Institution code: S82
UCAS code: J611
Start date: September 2025
Course information table
Duration: One year full-time
Location: East Coast College (Lowestoft)
Typical Offer: International applicants only
Book an Open Day Ask a question Applying to University Get a prospectus

Overview

This Advanced Certificate in Nautical Science course is designed for experienced seafarers wishing to process in their career as a Deck Officer for the Merchant Navy.  This course will enable you to complete the required modules, followed by undertaking a series of short courses to achieve this certificate. The course has multiple intakes to enable you to start the course around your visa requirements or any special requests.

Course Modules

All modules are mandatory. 

Downloadable information regarding all University of Suffolk courses, including Key Facts, Course Aims, Course Structure and Assessment, is available in the Definitive Course Record.  

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As part of the course you will under take these short courses:

GMDSS General Operator’s Certificate (GOC) and Examination Fee (1st attempt only)
Efficient Deck Hand (EDH)
Human Element Leadership and Management Operational Level (HELM O)
Navigation Aids and Equipment Simulator Training at Operational Level (NAEST O)

Course Modules 2024

All modules are mandatory. 

Full downloadable information regarding all University of Suffolk courses, including Key Facts, Course Aims, Course Structure and Assessment, is available in the Definitive Course Record. 

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As part of the course you will under take these short courses:

GMDSS General Operator’s Certificate (GOC) and Examination Fee (1st attempt only)
Efficient Deck Hand (EDH)
Human Element Leadership and Management Operational Level (HELM O)
Navigation Aids and Equipment Simulator Training at Operational Level (NAEST O)

Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements

The Maritime Coastguard Agency (MCA) regulations require a candidate:

  • 19 years of age and over. 
  • Hold a valid ENG1 (medical fitness certificate) or accepted equivalent.
  • 36 months’ seagoing service in any acceptable deck capacity, or 48 months if you have been working as a General Purpose (GP) rating.
  • The qualifying sea service must include six months engaged in bridge watch keeping duties.
  • Attend an Interview.
  • Applicants who do not have English as their first language will be required to demonstrate an approved level of proficiency in the use of the English language. IELTS for UKVI (Academic) band 5.5, with no component below 5.5 or above
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Fees and Funding

International Full-time Tuition Fee

£7,500

per year, including VAT

Additional Course Costs

There could be an additional cost incurred for e.g. £50 for equipment.

Further Information

The decision to study a degree is an investment into your future, there are various means of support available to you in order to help fund your tuition fees and living costs.

UK Fees and Finance UK Bursaries and Scholarships International Fees and Scholarships

Fees and Funding

International Full-time Tuition Fee

£7,500

per year, including VAT

Further Information

At University of Suffolk, your tuition fees provide access to all the usual teaching and learning facilities that you would expect. However, there may be additional costs associated with you course that you will need to budget for.

UK fees and finance UK bursaries and scholarships International fees and scholarships

How to Apply

To study this course on a full-time basis, you can apply through UCAS. As well as providing your academic qualifications, you’ll be able to showcase your skills, qualities and passion for the subject.

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