Chief Mate SQA Exam Support (Two Subjects)
Course Code: MX1EC160
Maritime and Nautical
Next course dates
| Start Date | Location | Duration / Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26/08/2024 | Fleetwood Nautical Campus | 5 Weeks/ £1,485 | Enquire |
| 21/10/2024 | Fleetwood Nautical Campus | 5 Weeks/ £1,485 | Enquire |
| 30/12/2024 | Fleetwood Nautical Campus | 5 Weeks/ £1,485 | Enquire |
| 17/02/2025 | Fleetwood Nautical Campus | 5 Weeks/ £1,485 | Enquire |
| 02/06/2025 | Fleetwood Nautical Campus | 5 Weeks/ £1,485 | Enquire |
Course Overview
This course prepares you for your Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) external examinations administered by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA).
The course is designed to support both Navigation and Stability examinations.
You will have already gained the academic knowledge required following the requisite period of sea service holding your first Certificate of Competency (CoC).
The course is part of a suite of qualifications that forms part of the criteria required to apply for the Chief Mate Certificate of Competency and is designed to develop the higher management skills to work in a senior role on board a vessel .
This course is suitable for students who have previously attempted SQA in either Stability and/or Navigation and require support to achieve a Pass.
Minimum 5-week course is our requirement for anyone making a third attempt or more.
This course is also available over a 9 to 10 week period (Chief Mate SQA Exam Preparation (One Term)) for those seeking a longer period of preparation.
The course fee shown does not include the MCA/SQA exam fee.
Entry Requirements
You will hold:
- HND/AdD/FD Nautical Science from a UK institute
and
- will have attempted the SQA examination in the last 12 months
Assessment Methods
This course prepares you to the MCA/SQA syllabus for:
- Navigation
- Ship Stability & Structure
MCA/SQA external assessments will be conducted at the end of the course.
Teaching and Learning Methods
Classroom based teaching and learning supported with online resources to prepare you for the external exams.
Evening clinics support also available from Monday to Thursday.
Industry Placement and Field Trips
There is no requirement for industry placements or field trips to complete this course.
Other Costs and Equipment Needed
You will need technical equipment for navigation and stability such as parallel ruler, dividers and scientific calculator.
You will need a laptop or tablet to access resources for this course.
Expert Tutors
All staff involved in the delivery of any courses within the College are approved to teach and/or assess the subjects and modules they deliver. The approval process ensures that staff delivering and/or assessing a given programme are appropriately qualified, with relevant technical and industrial experience and professional practice.
Tuition Fees
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Regulation and Accreditation
Accrediting Institution: N/A
Awarding Body: N/A
Terms and Conditions
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