Advanced Diploma Applied Science (Nautical Science)
(22N)
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Duration:
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2 Years * |
Location:
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Launceston
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Study Areas
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This course has been designed to facilitate entry by international students who wish to embark on a career in the international shipping industry. Graduates will become a Navigating (Deck) Officer, Master on commercial vessels. The course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to safely operate commercial vessels.
Course content includes navigation, seamanship, cargo and passenger transport, marine legislation and shipboard safety and management. This course is fully compliant with the training and educational requirements of the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (1978 as amended).
* Does not include qualifying sea service
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Special Requirements
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Satisfactory completion of:
- Australian Year 12 (or equivalent) with a pass in Mathematics Applied (or equivalent) and Physics, Chemistry or a Physical Science subject.
- Australian Year 10 pass in English (or equivalent)
Those who do not possess the prerequisites can undertake relevant foundation units free of charge through the University to meet the required standard.
Minimum ATAR: 60
Students who have English as a second language require IELTS score of 6 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band
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Further study options
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On successful completion of the Advanced Diploma, students will be able to articulate into Year 3 of the Bachelor of Applied Science (Nautical Science).
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Career opportunities
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A graduate can pursue a career as a Deck Officer on any type of commercial vessel of unlimited tonnage
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Further Information
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