Engineering Shipping and Maritime Operations - Level 3

A Merchant Navy career is much sought after because of the possibility of seeing the world and being trained while you earn a high, possibly tax free wage and get a generous amount of leave. This qualification is an entry qualification for a wide variety of maritime employment. This award is available to non-sponsored candidates looking for careers in the Merchant Navy or wider maritime industry which includes river navigation and the offshore industry. Studying at one of the UK's top nautical institutions, you will benefit from expert tutors, a bespoke Marine Engineering Centre and strong industry partnerships that lead to excellent employment opportunities. Fleetwood Nautical College will ensure that all successful candidates get an interview with a shipping/cadet training company to obtain sponsorship to undertake a Merchant Navy cadetship. This course is suitable for anyone aged 16 or over who is interested in a career at sea.

4 GCSEs or Scottish Standard Grades including English, Mathematics and Science - Grades 9-4 (England), 1-4 (Scotland), A-C (Wales). To progress and gain sponsorship with a company, you must also be medically fit and able to see clearly with colour vision.

Your course will consist of the following elements. Completion of all SQA academic units will lead to the achievement of a Level 3 Diploma in Maritime and Shipping Operations Level 3 Shipboard Operations: An IntroductionLevel 3 Maritime Industry: An IntroductionLevel 3 Naval Architecture - An Introduction Level 3 Transverse Stability of Ships: An IntroductionLevel 3 Maths for Maritime (Engineering) Level 3 Marine Thermodynamics: An IntroductionLevel 3 Marine Mechanics: An IntroductionLevel 3 Electro-technology: An IntroductionLevel 3 Marine Engineering Practice: An IntroductionEnrichmentWork experience Students are assessed by a combination of presentations, written examinations, a portfolio of evidence, assignments, projects, observation and reviews.

The majority of the teaching and learning are delivered by class room teaching, outdoor learning, activity based learning, ship visits and tutorials. There will also be an element of independent learning to prepare for the higher education you will progress to after this qualification. Independent learning is mainly by e-learning using electronic material and college's Virtual Learning Environment Canvas.

You will require access to a laptop or device with internet access. Mandatory requirementsNon-programmable scientific calculatorWriting materials and drawing instruments, which can be purchased from college or any other supplier. When purchasing standard items, the cost will not normally exceed �100. You will be required to purchase these at the start of the course.

Most courses are assessed via a combination of coursework, exams and practical assessments. Exams are formal, timed written assessments, carried out in a controlled environment and overseen by one or more invigilators. Coursework differs from exams in that it is usually non-timed and carried out independently. Practical assessments involve observation of your practical skills and competencies by a trained assessor.

The programme team will support students to gain sponsorship with a shipping company/training provider so that you can continue on in your training to become a Merchant Navy officer. Our team will help you prepare for the interview and provide a report from the college detailing your academic ability, attendance and effort during your Level 3 Diploma. This will be additional help in your effort to securing a sponsorship.

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