Advanced Diploma in Nautical Science – Distance Learning

Presented by South Shields Marine School in collaboration with Onboard Maritime.

Unlock new opportunities with the SQA Advanced Diploma in Nautical Science, tailored to meet the needs of aspiring maritime professionals.

Designed for those aiming to achieve their Chief Mate (Unlimited) Certificate of Competency, this programme provides the underpinning knowledge required for MCA Deck Officer certification at the Management Level (STCW II/2).

Who Is This For?

This programme is ideal for Deck Officers seeking career progression from OOW to Chief Mate or Master roles, particularly for those requiring the flexibility to study around their professional schedules.

Candidates should hold an HNC in Nautical Science or equivalent.

Why Choose This Programme?

• Blended Learning: Study at your own pace with flexible online modules while balancing professional commitments.
• World-Class Expertise: Learn from the trusted names in maritime education – South Shields Marine School and Onboard Maritime.
• Start at Any Time: You can start your studies at any time of the year.
• Assessment-Driven: Complete the programme with expert guidance and robust evaluation methods. Assessments are conducted in person at South Shields Marine School.

How It Works

1. Enrolment: Begin your journey by contacting us below.
2. Access Learning Portal: Get started with an induction and explore interactive course materials.
3. Study at Your Own Pace: Manage your learning schedule with support from our dedicated team.
4. Assessment and Certification: Complete assessments to gain your Advanced Diploma.

Programme Highlights

• Course Duration: Up to 4 years to complete all units and assessments.
• A candidate will initially enrol on the 3 core units. Thereafter they will have a choice of ‘Option 1’ or ‘Option 2’ for the subsequent units.
• Course Structure:
  • Core Units (Mandatory)
    • Shipmasters Business and Law
    • Applied Marine Meteorology
    • Marine Engineering Systems
  • Option 1
    • Ship Stability
    • Structures and Maintenance
    • Management of Vessel Operations
    • Graded Unit 3 Assessment
  • Option 2
    • Marine Passage Planning
    • Shipboard Management
    • Management of Bridge Operations
    • Graded Unit 2 Assessment
• Delivery Method:
  • Access materials online through our learning portal.
  • Attend physical assessment centres for evaluations.
    

     

Planning your learning is a vital step towards you successfully completing your studies. Unlike conventional courses, distance learning is not tied to the academic terms. This means that you can start to study any time you wish. students will be enrolling at anytime of the year and will study at their own pace until they complete the course.