Master (Orals Only)

Course information:
Master (Orals Only)

Course summary:
We are currently accepting applications for this course to June 2010. The following dates are available:

22nd February 2010 - 1st April 2010 (limited availability)
7th June 2010 - 16th July 2010

Please note: course dates are subject to availability and will be confirmed on application. If the course you wish to study is fully booked we will offer you alternative dates.

Course structure:
3 weeks formal tuition at 16 hours per week. 3 weeks â€-Question & Answer†sessions at 15 hours per week.

Entry requirements:
You should ensure that all the requirements for entry to the course and the Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) examination are met prior to attending the course. These requirements are:

• No less than 36 months sea service as a watchkeeping officer whilst holding a Certificate of Competency (COC) not lower than Class 4 (STCW95 Officer of the Watch). For 18 months of this sea service you must have been holding a Class 2 COC (STCW95 Chief Mate).
• Discharge book entries verifying sea service.
• Watchkeeping testimonials to support all watchkeeping sea service.
  

Note: Candidates with UK Class 2 COC issued before 1987 or holders of overseas Class 2 COC or equivalent are not eligible and are required to undertake parts of the Chief Mate course.

Qualifications achieved:
You will be awarded Master Certificate of Competency. To support your application to the MCA for a Master COC you will have to submit the following;

• The previous (lower) COC.
• Discharge book and watchkeeping certificates.
• MCA oral examination result â€" entered on â€-Notice of Eligibility†by examiner.
• Medical Fitness Certificate (ENG1 or equivalent).