Diploma in Nautical Science

Diploma in Nautical Science is Diploma level Aqua Science course. The course focuses on fundamentals in mathematics, information technology, physics and first nautical knowledge in the first year of studies.  Course focuses on the specialized knowledge of theoretical and practical aspects of Nautical Technology, with an emphasis on those skills and competencies that are required for Navigation, Cargo Operations and Ship Maintenance and Operations. The course is career orienting in nature that opens many jobs in various fields including further study options.

Diploma in Nautical Science Eligibility                       

• XII with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics or equivalent with minimum 55% marks.
• In reputed colleges and institutes there is an entrance examination for admission.

Diploma in Nautical Science Syllabus

Syllabus of Nautical Science as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

Diploma in Nautical Science Colleges

• Marks Aviation and Marine Academy, New Delhi
• Shirdi Sai Nautical Science Academy, Bangalore
• Lal Bahadur Shastri College of Advanced Maritime Studies and Research, Mumbai
• International Maritime Institute - IMI, Noida

Diploma in Nautical Science Course Suitability

• Course is suitable for those who have a solid foundation in Engineering Mathematics, Physics, Navigation, Cargo Operations and Practical Seamanship. 
• This course is designed for those who wish to pursue a career as a Deck Officer aboard ship, providing a comprehensive education in navigation and other ship board activities. 
• Applicants who want to have Master degree and then for further research studies also are suitable for it. 
• They should be courageous as they may have to do works like rescue, safety and environmental response, security threat response and vigilance.

How is Diploma in Nautical Science Course Beneficial?

• The course is beneficial to enhance extra proficiency in the fields of commanding a ship, navigation, ship security, ship loading and, for that matter, detailed knowledge concerning the cruise industry. 
• The course is also beneficial for further studies such as M.Sc., M.Phil. and Ph.D.
• The course prepares the candidates to face with fortitude and endurance, the hardships of life at sea and to inspire in them a sense of devotion to duty, feeling of goodwill and comradeship, which is essential for the life at sea. 
• The candidates can find job openings in navigational test mapping and firms employing marine engineering principles. 
• The candidate can also get in to the role of teacher with any maritime Training Institute that offers courses related to navigation.

Diploma in Nautical Science Employment Areas

• Educational Institutes
• Port Operation Companies
• Indian Naval Services
• Weather Forecasting Centres

Diploma in Nautical Science Job Types

• Marine Engineering Instructor
• Operations Manager
• Trainee Navigating Officer
• Teacher & Lecturer