Merchant Navy Engineer Cadet Training Programmes

Your Engineer Cadet Training with the SSTG in the Merchant Navy.

ENGINEER CADET TRAINING

Training Programmes

Outcome

An STCW Engineer Officer of the Watch Certificate of Competency, plus one of the following academic awards:

 

  • Foundation Degree (Available in England only).
  • Professional Diploma (Available in Scotland only).
  • Higher National Certificate or Diploma.
Exemptions
The Foundation Degree/Professional Diploma and HND provide exemptions from all academic subjects at EOOW, Second Engineer and Chief Engineer level and the Engineering Knowledge examination for EOOW.
Minimum Entry Requirements

The minimum entry requirements are 48 UCAS points including a numerate subject plus GCSE at grade C or above in Maths (preferably higher tier, English and Science (with significant Physical Science content).

Framework
5 alternating college and sea periods as per the following outline (Please note the length of each phase are only approximate guidelines and the exact duration will vary from college to college):

Phase 1 (At College): 25/30 wks.

Phase 2 (Sea & Leave): 5 mths.

Phase 3 (At College): 30/40 wks.

Phase 4 (Sea & Leave): 7 mths.

Phase 5 (At College): 20/25 wks.

Industrial Experience/Sea Service
Candidates are required to undertake 12 months Industrial experience, which includes the watchkeeping listed below.
Watchkeeping
A minimum of 6 months.
Start Dates

September each year, with more limited options to commence training in January each year.

Associated Training Record
MNTB Engineer Training Record Book.
Approval

All programmes must be MCA/MNTB approved.

Candidates who successfully achieve a FdSc are then eligible to top-up the academic award to a BEng (Hons) Degree in Marine Engineering and Management.

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Roles & Responsibilites

The Roles and Responsibilities of a Qualified Engineer Officer
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Your Studies

Your Studies training as an Engineer Cadet in the Merchant Navy.
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Entry Requirements

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Case Studies

Case Studies of Engineer Officer Trainees in the Merchant Navy.
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Future Progression

Future Progression from Engineer Officer to Chief Engineer

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Our experienced team of recruitment and training officers can provide you with help and guidance on roles and vacancies – and support in applying for sponsorship.

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