FdSc Marine Operations (Full Time)

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FdSc Marine Operations (Full Time)

Southampton Solent University
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Description

This course provides a detailed knowledge of the operation of a modern merchant vessel and the activities of the maritime industry, both at sea and ashore.

Studying at the internationally renowned Warsash Maritime Academy, you will develop professional and academic skills designed to prepare you for employment within the international maritime industry. A strong emphasis on real-world problem-based learning ensures that you will develop the practical skills required to operate safely at sea and develop an understanding of the broader maritime industry.

The main emphasis of the course is on preparing the student for a career at sea. A number of optional units also provide the opportunity t…

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This course provides a detailed knowledge of the operation of a modern merchant vessel and the activities of the maritime industry, both at sea and ashore.

Studying at the internationally renowned Warsash Maritime Academy, you will develop professional and academic skills designed to prepare you for employment within the international maritime industry. A strong emphasis on real-world problem-based learning ensures that you will develop the practical skills required to operate safely at sea and develop an understanding of the broader maritime industry.

The main emphasis of the course is on preparing the student for a career at sea. A number of optional units also provide the opportunity to put greater emphasis on shore-based areas of the industry, such as logistics, personnel manning and maritime business. All students will complete work-based learning, either as part of sea training or during work placements.

Students who successfully complete the degree and additional maritime safety training and assessments will be eligible for the award of an STCW II/1 Officer of the Watch Certificate. They will also receive academic exemptions for further certification as STCW II/2 Chief Mate.

Industrial focus

The course focuses on the requirements of operating merchant vessels at sea and the regulatory constraints that are imposed on marine operations, both at sea and ashore. For those opting for a career at sea, the course meets the regulatory requirements of the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency and provides a pathway for certification as a Navigation Officer of the Watch.

Course content

Year 1

Year 1 focuses on providing the theoretical knowledge for operating a vessel at sea. Successful completion of the first year will enable a student to carry out training at sea as part of an approved national scheme leading to certification as a Merchant Navy Navigation Officer.

Core units:

  • Navigation
  • Cargo and Port Operations
  • Meteorology
  • Maritime Industry Issues
  • Management.

Year 2

The emphasis is on the management of vessels, both at sea and ashore, and supports further certification for those students wishing to follow a career at sea. You have the opportunity to use maritime bridge simulators.

Core units:

  • Voyage Planning
  • Maritime Law and Business
  • Command Management
  • Ship Operations
  • Stability.

Why choose us?

Goods will always be transported worldwide by sea and the need for a global maritime industry is as relevant today as it has always been. This course will open up the industry to you and present a multitude of exciting employment opportunities both at sea and ashore.

With close links to the maritime industry and academic staff with a strong professional and commercial background, this course provides the perfect introduction and entry to a dynamic global industry.

Assessment

A mixture of individual and group coursework, student presentations and project work, as well as some written examinations and timed exercises.

Projects/work experience

Those following a career at sea will carry out sea training in vessels operating internationally. Students wishing to remain land-based will have the opportunity to carry out work placement within UK-based maritime businesses.

Key career skills

Numeracy, IT, presentation, problem solving, decision making, communication.

Graduate quote

Ross Jamieson, Third Officer with BP Shipping

"The Foundation Degree in Marine Operations laid down the academic background that enable me to achieve the professional competence necessary to perform at sea."

Contact

Tel: +44(0)1489 556167Email: wma@solent.ac.uk| Warsash Maritime Academy's website: www.warsashacademy.co.uk|

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