Chief Mate CoC Written Exam Support (1 Term)
Course Code: MX1EC210
Maritime & Nautical
Next course dates
| Start Date | Location | Duration / Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/01/2025 | Fleetwood Nautical Campus | 12 Weeks/ £2,190 | Apply |
| 28/04/2025 | Fleetwood Nautical Campus | 11 Weeks/ £2,190 | Apply |
| 15/09/2025 | Fleetwood Nautical Campus | 10 Weeks/ £2,345 | Apply |
| 12/01/2026 | Fleetwood Nautical Campus | 10 Weeks/ £2,345 | Enquire |
| 27/04/2026 | Fleetwood Nautical Campus | 10 Weeks/ £2,345 | Enquire |
Course Overview
This course prepares you for the Chief Mate Certificate of Competency (CoC) written examinations.
These exams are in the subjects of Ship Stability and Navigation and both are administered by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) on behalf of the MCA.
The course is part of a suite of qualifications that make up the Chief Mate CoC and are designed to develop the higher management skills necessary to perform on board a vessel in a senior role.
The course fee shown does not include the MCA/SQA exam fee.
Entry Requirements
You will need to hold a HND, Advanced Diploma or Foundation Degree in Nautical Science.
Assessment Methods
You will study two subjects - Ship Stability and Navigation - which meet the internationally agreed Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW).
Formative assessments are undertaken to measure progress, with the final assessment an externally set examination by the MCA and administered by the SQA.
Teaching and Learning Methods
All teaching and learning is performed within a classroom based environment through a selection of worked examples and recap of HND/AdD/FD associated topics.
Industry Placement and Field Trips
There are no industry placements or field trips.
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
Terms and Conditions
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