The Diploma in Nautical Science (DNS) is a 2.5-year programme which is under the process of approval by the Ministry of Blue Economy, Marine Resources, Fisheries and Shipping which represents the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) in Mauritius.
The Diploma in Nautical Science (DNS) is a 2.5-year programme approved by the Ministry of Blue Economy, Shipping Division which represents the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) in Mauritius. Upon successful completion of the course, students are awarded with a Diploma and an internationally recognised Class 3 Certificate of Competency (CoC) that allows you to sail worldwide on ships of 500 gross tonnage or more, as an Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch (Deck Officer).
The programme consists of five 6-months semesters with 3 semesters on campus training and 2 semesters mandatory Sea Training which gives you a first-hand experience in working on board a vessel as Deck Cadet Officer.
2.5 years (including 12 months training at sea)
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During your time at sea, you will learn to manage the planning of a passage and the maintenance of a safe navigational watch using electronic navigation aids and traditional celestial navigation. Also, you will learn how to manage the cargo and the non-technical maintenance of the vessel at an operational level. You will also learn advanced leadership skills to manage resources and crew onboard, and lead the response to emergencies and distress at sea.
After having completed all the semesters and the mandatory 12 months’ sea training, students will undergo an Oral Examination conducted by the Shipping Division. On successful completion, you will be awarded a Certificate of Competency Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch.
The Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch can upgrade to Chief Mate and thereafter first-class Mariner (Ship Captain) after completing approved education and training to meet the STCW competences.
Educational Qualifications:
3 Credits at SC Level including:
Notes:
Candidates may have obtained a total of 3 credits in not more than two sittings;
Students having a Pass in English may be required to cover the English Foundation course offered by PML.
Age Limit
Candidates must have 18 years old at the start of the course
Physical and Medical Standards
Physically fit and should meet the medical requirements as specified by the Ministry of Blue Economy, Marine Resources, Fisheries and Shipping; (Regulation I/9 & STCW-Code Section A-I/9)
Eye Sight: 6/6 with normal colour vision
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Ship officers earn attractive salaries, tax-free. A junior officer salary may start at Mur 100,000 (USD 2,500). Graduates may opt to work at sea or onshore in fields of expertise such as:
The cost of the course will vary according to the mode of delivery (full time/part time) you will opt. We are one of the institutions offering the same course at a very affordable price that suit your budget. Should you wish to sit for an examination, additional fees will be applicable depending on the examination centre.
Application Fee: Rs 1,000
Admin Fee: Rs 6,500
If you have not completed any recognised Diploma or Degree before, then you will definitely enjoy the privilege under the Free Tertiary Education Scheme (FTES) for the whole duration of course, offered by the Ministry of Education, Tertiary Education, Science and Technology. Only Application and Administration fee will be applicable.
