HND Nautical Science at Solent University

Build the foundations of a career as a deck officer in the dynamic maritime industry - supported by a sponsoring company to become a certified Officer of the Watch. Build the foundation of a great career as a deck officer in the dynamic maritime industry - the backbone of modern international trade on our Higher National Diploma. This maritime cadetship offers extensive hands-on training at sea on real working vessels, supported and fully sponsored by one of a huge range of shipping and maritime companies.

Faculty: Maritime (Warsash Maritime School)  |  Duration: 3 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: 2027 entry  |  Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Celestial Navigation, Maths and Science, Marine Cargo Operations, Marine Meteorology, Operational Bridge Watchkeeping, Operational Maritime Law and Project Management, Operational Naval Architecture and Stability, Operational Passage Planning and Electronic Charts, Applied Marine Meteorology, Management of Vessel Operations, Management of Passage Planning, Management of Bridge Operations, Marine Engineering and Vessel Maintenance.

Career pathways

This exciting course will allow you to gain your first qualification as an Officer of the Watch, opening up a wide range of opportunities within maritime command. With additional study and sailing experience you can take your career further, rising through the ranks to Captain.

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