Certificate in Nautical Studies
About the Program
Embark on an exciting voyage with the Certificate in Nautical Studies (CNS) and earn your Deck Certificate, your first professional sea-going qualification. Take confident steps as a junior deck officer and rise to the helm as a ship master. The CNS course consists of three phases, providing a solid foundation for your maritime career.
Phases of the Course
- Phase 1: Pre-Sea Induction (6 months) – Covering fundamental knowledge, skills and the STCW required training courses.
- Phase 2: Sea-Training/ Correspondence (12 months) – Structured shipboard training to develop skills as a Navigating Officer.
- Phase 3: Final Phase (6 months) – Return to Fleetwings Academy to continue study and complete requirements leading to the Class 3 Certificate of Competency qualification.
Entry Requirements
- SUBJECT
- English Language
- Additional Mathematics/Mathematics
- Any one of the following subjects:
Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Computing/Computer Studies, Creative 3D Animation, Design & Technology, Electronics/Fundamentals of Electronics, Exercise & Sports Science, Food & Nutrition/Nutrition, Physics, Science (Chemistry, Biology), Science (Physics, Biology), Science (Physics, Chemistry)
Career Options
As you enter the maritime world, remarkable opportunities await. Your experience and skills can lead to prestigious roles such as navigating officers, harbour pilots, and superintendents.
Further Studies
With a diploma, you can gain direct entry into relevant degree courses overseas. You can pursue a bachelor's degree in Nautical & Maritime Science offered by various institutes, which is useful and beneficial for a shore-based career path.
Fees & Duration
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Direct Course | 6 months |
| On Boarding | 3 months |
| Tuition Fees | 3.25 Lac |
| Boarding Fees | 1.80 Lac |
| Book & Accessories | 70K |
| Development & Placement Assistance Fee | 50K |
Course Module
First Phase - 18 months
- Advanced Fire Fighting
- Applied Science
- Basic Occupational Safety & Security Training
- Basic Tanker Training
- Collision Regulations
- Common Core Curriculum Modules
- Elective
- Electronic Navigation Systems 1
- Financial Education
- Fundamentals of IT & Data Analysis
- Introduction to Navigation
- Marine Communications & Signals
- Mathematics 1
- Mathematics 2
- Meteorology
- Principles of Navigation
- Ship Knowledge
- Science 1
- Wellness for Life
Second Phase - 12 months
- 52-Week Sea Service
Third Phase - 6 months
- Cargo Work and ISM
- Coastal Navigation
- Electronic Navigation Systems 2
- GMDSS
- Practical Navigation
- Ship Operations
- Ship Construction & Ship Stability
Electives
The Fleetwings Academy elective framework offers students options to pursue their passion and/or meet different career needs, and is an integral part of the holistic education we seek to provide to our students. The learning experiences of this elective framework help students in their development as self-directed, versatile, lifelong learners, which are essential in today’s volatile and changing societal as well as occupational landscape. Students who are interested to explore additional new skills and abilities will have the opportunity to take up to five electives. Certificates and minors will be awarded when students complete a suite of related elective modules.
Core Curriculum
The Core Curriculum (CC) prepares you for a changing world with essential human and digital skills. Through its various modules, the CC also provides a wide learning experience to examine local and global issues based on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These modules help you understand real-world issues and the impact on different communities, and equip you with skills to create a better, sustainable world.