Blended learning for Deck Officer of the Watch Unlimited, Chief Mate Unlimited, Engineering Officer of the Watch Unlimited and Chief Engineer Unlimited
Blended learning is a form of distance learning that combines online study with College-based assessment, allowing you to qualify for an AdC/AdD in Nautical Science and Marine Engineering, from anywhere in the world.
Ideal if you are based overseas, work full-time or prefer a flexible mode of study, distance learning facilitates experiential learning while providing you with valuable sea time. Up to five years is available to complete the programmes, but most complete in a shorter period of time.
Student case studies
Read how Dean got the bug for learning while studying by blended learning
Read how Joe combined studying by blended learning with working aboard a superyacht.
Read how Jamie took the next step is his career working aboard tugboats.
Read how Adam continued his work in humanitarian aid whilst studying via blended learning.
If you are working in the superyacht sector and are interested in studying for the Deck OOW Unlimited on campus, go to our dedicated page to find out more.
If you would like to study faster or dedicate a block of time to your studies, you may wish to look at our face-to-face delivery options for OOW and Chief Mate Unlimited.
The benefits of blended learning
- Teaching methods to suit different learning styles
- A vast range of up-to-the-minute interactive resources
- Round-the-clock accessibility from all over the world
- Monitor and track your progress through the course
- Full use of the college’s Learning Resource Centre through the remote desktop
- Submit assessments electronically
- Regular supportive feedback from our expert tutors
- Practical information and advice from our Blended Learning team
Assessment
Our AdC/AdD in Nautical Science and Marine Engineering combines formative online assessments with practical and summative written assessments undertaken at college.
Once you have reached the required standard in each unit you will either attempt a pre-college test for summative written exams at college or begin the on-line summative assignment for units assessed by that method, please see the programme specifications for further details.
Once you successfully pass a pre-college test, you can plan to attend college for the summative assessments subject to availability of written exams. Dates for the summative written assessments at college, are published for each term.
These qualifications contribute towards obtaining a Certificate of Competency and prepare you for the MCA written and oral examinations.
Scholarship opportunities
There are two Merchant Navy scholarships available to serving seafarers, managed by the Marine Society.
The Nautilus Slater Scholarship Fund helps ratings study for the first certificate of competency. Worth up to £20,000, this scholarship is administered by the Marine Society on behalf of Nautilus International. Find out more at https://www.marine-society.org/slater-scholarship
The Worcester Scholarship is aimed at officers who wish to take academic qualifications such as a bachelors or masters degree in Nautical Science, Marine Engineering or Electro-Technical. In certain circumstances, it can be used for advanced professional qualifications where there is no support available anywhere else or for those who are overqualified for a Nautilus Slater Scholarship.
You can receive up to £1000. The amount awarded depends on what you are studying and the cost. You may also be eligible for an Interest-free loan – please refer to the interest-free loans page.
You can find out more at https://www.marine-society.org/worcester-scholarship
Our Blended Learning Courses
All our blended learning courses can be found on our courses page.
Life in Fleetwood
Fleetwood Nautical Campus is based in Fleetwood, Lancashire. Find out more about life in the town and surrounding area.
Get in touch with us directly
Drop us a line at blearning@blackpool.ac.uk or call us on 01253 504746 to find out more.
