Course summary
Commercial shipping is responsible for conveying almost all the goods we use on a day-to-day basis – from your computer to your car (and the fuel it runs on). This programme will give you an entry point to the maritime industry, providing essential knowledge, skills and behaviours that will make you competitive in the most globalised industry there is. BEng Hons Degree Marine Engineering is part of a suite of degree programmes for the maritime industry that will provide you with the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed for a career in commercial shipping. Approved by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) and the Merchant Navy Training Board (MNTB), this three-year programme combines academic education with vocational training and 8 months’ industrial placement on board ships, leading to the award of Engineer Officer of the Watch (OOW) Certificate of Competency (CoC).This programme is aligned to support your progression through knowledge acquisition at Operational level and onto Managerial level, as directed by the Standard of Training, Certification and Watch keeping (STCW) 1978, as amended 2012. This is achieved by meeting the requirements of the Maritime and Coastguard Agencies (MCA) and approved by the Merchant Navy Training Board (MNTB). In addition to this programme providing a level 6 degree academic qualification which integrates academic and work-based learning through close collaboration between employers and Blackpool and the Fylde College, you will also undertake a cadet training programme that runs alongside the academic award. You will cover topics such as STCW basic training and workshop training skills, alongside courses in first aid, firefighting, high voltage scenarios, and rescue boat experiences. The programme is delivered across 3 years and broken down into five phases: phase 1, 3 and 5 will be delivered at College whilst phases 2 and 4 will be spent at sea. By the end of the sea phase window, students wishing to achieve a Certificate of Competency should have had the opportunity to complete the MCA sea time requirement of 8 months. This will be provided by sponsorship of a shipping company. however, other maritime related industries may meet the requirements of the programme. If you intend to utilise this programme for achieving the ETO CoC, then you must have a sponsorship in place prior to enrolling onto the programme. To enhance the industry links, you will be offered free student membership through the Institute of Marine Engineers, Science and Technology (IMarEST) and as such this is promoted during induction with guidance to how this membership can be used to enhance the programme in specific areas. Further information can be found on the FNC website at https://fleetwoodnautical.blackpool.ac.uk/course/mh1he95
Modules
These can be found on the website
Assessment method
Assessment will take place in a variety of ways. Some modules, due to industry requirements, will require you to complete a timed examination. Other methods of assessment will include the writing of an assignment on a given topic or case study relevant to the maritime industry. Assessment will also take place in the Practical Workshop and Engine Room Simulator. Working with your peers you will be required to carry out operations in a shipboard environment and in sometimes stressful situations. Your reflection of the activity will enable you to draw conclusions on how the exercise went and any changes you would make in the future. This will provide valuable experience in working in an environment very close to that onboard a typical vessel and allow you to apply the lessons learnt during your sea phase developments.
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- H390
- Institution code:
- B41
- Campus name:
- Nautical Campus
- Campus code:
- N
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 60 points
A level - CC
If you hold other qualifications that are equivalent to the above, the programme team will review evidence supplied by applicants regarding their ability to undertake the programme. The award of credits via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) will be assessed on an individual basis. We will also consider your application if you have a Level 3 Diploma in Shipping and Maritime Operations with a letter of recommendation, usually from your sponsor or Level 3 programme leader, on your aptitude for studying at degree level. In all cases of alternate qualifications, please email us at [email protected] with details of the qualifications you hold and our programme team will review and come back to you.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://fleetwoodnautical.blackpool.ac.uk/course/mh1he95#requirements
Additional entry requirements
Other
These programmes form part of a Merchant Navy cadetship so to undertake one of these programmes, you will need to apply to a shipping or training company and obtain sponsorship. The companies cover the cost of your programme and related training courses, your uniform and pay you an allowance (how much varies slightly by company). You can find out more about how to apply to a company on the Careers at Sea website, where you can also find a list of sponsoring companies. You will need to pass an industry-standard medical examination (ENG1) in order to complete a placement at sea; it is strongly advised that you complete this prior to enrolment on the programme.
English language requirements
If English is not your first language, an IELTS score of 5.5 in each of the four components or equivalent is required. This must have been achieved within the two years prior to applying for the programme.
https://fleetwoodnautical.blackpool.ac.uk/course/mh1he95#requirements
https://fleetwoodnautical.blackpool.ac.uk/course/mh1he95#requirements
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £7250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £7250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £7250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £7250 | Year 1 |
International | £8250 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Provider information
Blackpool and the Fylde College
Ashfield Road
Bispham
Blackpool
FY2 0HB