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Deck Shipping and Maritime Operations - Level 3

at Blackpool and The Fylde College, Blackpool · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma16 weeksFull time£2,583

What the college says

A Merchant Navy career is much sought after because of the possibility of seeing the world and being trained while you earn a high, possibly tax free wage and get a generous amount of leave. This qualification is an entry qualification for a wide variety of maritime employment. This award is available to non-sponsored candidates looking for careers in the Merchant Navy or wider maritime industry which includes river navigation and the offshore industry. Studying at one of the UK's top nautical institutions, you will benefit from expert tutors, state of the art bridge simulators and strong industry partnerships that lead to excellent employment opportunities. Fleetwood Nautical Campus will ensure that all successful candidates get an interview with a shipping/cadet training company to obtain sponsorship to undertake a Merchant Navy cadetship. This course is suitable for anyone aged 16 or over who is interested in a career at sea.

What you need to get on

4 GCSEs or Scottish Standard Grades including English, Mathematics and Science - Grades 9-4 (England), 1-4 (Scotland), A-C (Wales). To progress and gain sponsorship with a company, you must also be medically fit and able to see clearly with colour vision. Details on the medical and eye test including colour visions are provided.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • FLEETWOOD NAUTICAL CAMPUS

    BLACKPOOL AND THE FYLDE COLLEGE Broadwater, Fleetwood, FY7 8JZ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 12 January 2027 · Fleetwood

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