Level 3 Maritime Studies Course in Poole. Classes run at Bournemouth and Poole College of Further Education, full-time during the day. The course runs for one year and covers the underpinning knowledge needed for work in the maritime industry. You'll study engineering principles, naval architecture, marine electro-technology, ship stability, and shipboard operations. Units also include mathematics for maritime engineering and marine thermodynamics. Entry requirements are four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including grade 4 in English and grade 4 in maths. If you're 19 or over, an Advanced Learner Loan may be available.
Who this course is for
The main purpose of this qualification is to further your skills and
knowledge in the Maritime Industry and prepare you for the next stage of
training or working in Industry. You could move into an apprenticeship in either
a Marine, Automotive, Aviation or Engineering Industry as the skill set gained
is so comprehensive it leads to all of these different options. Alternatively,
using the underpinning knowledge learnt could enable you to progress to an HNC/D
in Nautical Studies, Marine Engineering, a degree-level apprenticeship or a
Cadetship. This will be a part of your journey to qualifying as a junior officer
(deck, engine or electrical) in the Merchant Navy. This qualification delivers
the underpinning knowledge needed to meet the nationally recognised standard for
the role of deck officer and so provides a sound basis for working in the
industry.
Entry requirements
This is a full-time funded course for 16-18 year-olds
4x GCSE at grade 4 including a minimum grade 4 in English and grade 4 maths.
19+ an Advanced Learner Loan could be available for this course.
What you will learn
You'll study engineering principles and how they apply to marine systems and vessels.
You'll learn about different types of shipping and the components that make up a vessel.
You'll develop knowledge of marine electro-technology and electrical principles.
You'll study marine thermodynamics and naval architecture.
You'll learn about the transverse stability of ships and how vessels behave at sea.
You'll gain practical working knowledge of marine systems and equipment used on modern pleasure craft and heavy industry vessels.
You'll study shipboard operations relevant to deck, engine, and electrical officer roles.
How you will learn
Learning is predominantly classroom-based and theoretical. You'll attend daytime classes covering each unit of the qualification. Weekly personal development sessions are included alongside your core studies. The college will also support you in finding a work experience placement to complement your classroom learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bournemouth and Poole College of Further Education will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Deck officer cadet (Merchant Navy) - entry-level route toward a junior officer role
Marine engineering apprentice - practical training in marine mechanical systems
Automotive or aviation engineering apprentice - transferable technical skill set
Shipboard operations crew - vessel operations in commercial or passenger shipping
Marine technician - maintenance and repair of marine systems and equipment
What you could study next
HNC or HND in Nautical Studies - the next academic step toward a deck officer qualification.
HNC or HND in Marine Engineering - for those focused on the engineering side of the industry.
Degree-level apprenticeship in maritime or engineering - combines work and study at a higher level.
Cadetship with a shipping company - structured training programme leading to a junior officer role in the Merchant Navy.
