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Level 3 Maritime Studies Course in Dartmouth

Cost£1,765.00
Duration10 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOpen Awards awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Maritime Studies Course in Dartmouth. Classes run at Dart Marine Academy, part-time during the day over ten months.

You'll need a GCSE grade 4 or above in both English and Maths to join. You'll also need a Level 1 Exploring Maritime Skills qualification or a Level 2 Diploma in Marine Engineering. The course covers working in the maritime sector, vessel types and design, practical boat handling, passage planning, and managing a marine business. You'll also work towards maths for seafarers and stability at sea.

You'll finish with a Level 3 Certificate in Maritime Studies.

Who this course is for

This qualification is designed for anyone aged 16 and over who wants to develop the knowledge and skills needed to progress into higher education or enter the workforce.The course includes mandatory units covering working in the maritime sector, vessel types, and design, alongside optional units such as practical boat handling, passage planning, and managing a marine business. You will also work towards qualifications in mathematics for seafarers and stability at sea.

Entry requirements

You must have a GCSE Grade 4(C) in English, You must have a GCSE Grade 4(C) in Maths, Level 1 Exploring Maritime Skills or Level 2 Diploma in Marine Engineering

What you will learn

  • You'll understand how the maritime sector works and the roles within it.
  • You'll identify different vessel types and explain their design features.
  • You'll develop practical boat handling skills.
  • You'll plan passages safely and accurately.
  • You'll learn the principles of managing a marine business.
  • You'll apply mathematics in a seafaring context.
  • You'll understand stability at sea and how to manage it.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Dart Marine Academy. The course combines mandatory units with optional specialist units. Assessment includes written work and practical tasks linked to each unit. Your progress is assessed throughout the course rather than in a single final exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Dart Marine Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Deckhand, works on vessels in a hands-on maritime role.
  • Deck Officer, navigates and manages vessel operations at sea.
  • Seafarer, works across a range of roles on commercial or passenger vessels.
  • Marine operations assistant, supports harbour or port operations.
  • Boat charter crew member, assists with leisure and commercial boat trips.

What you could study next

  • A Higher National Certificate or Degree in Maritime Studies, for those aiming for officer-level roles or shore-based maritime management.
  • A Merchant Navy Officer Cadet programme, the next step toward a full Deck Officer career.
  • Further professional certificates of competency, required for command roles at sea.
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