ALAM Akademi Laut Malaysia

ALAM Akademi Laut Malaysia Rankings, Courses, Fees, Admission 2025 & Scholarships

  • Location: Melaka, Melaka
  • Type: Private Institute
  • Courses: 50
  • Founded: 1877
  • University Rank:

Diploma in Nautical Studies

Study Mode:
Full Time
Duration:
3.5 Years
Level:
Diploma
Exam Accepted:
IELTS, TOEFL
Intake:
Aug
Tuition Fees:
N/A

Course Overview

Diploma in Nautical Science in Malaysia

The Diploma in Nautical Studies (DNS) is designed to equip individuals with the essential knowledge, comprehension, and competencies needed to work on merchant navy ships exceeding 500 gross tonnages. Moreover, this curriculum is structured to cultivate students into certified watchkeeping officers eligible for unlimited voyages.

The duration of the program spans three (3) years, divided into three (3) distinct phases. Prospective students must successfully fulfill all compulsory phases stipulated by the Director General of Marine, as mandated by the Malaysia Marine Department.

  • Year 1: Academic and Professional Studies in the Academy
  • Year 2: Professional Studies in the Academy
  • Year 3: Shipboard Training

Upon successful completion of the training and passing all the qualifying pre-requisites, you will be awarded a Diploma in Nautical Studies and a Certificate of Competency as Officer in Charge of Navigational Watch.

Diploma in Nautical Studies Curriculum in Malaysia

Curriculum

Year 1

SEMESTER 1

  • Business English
  • Mathematics
  • General Physics
  • Terrestrial & Coastal Navigation I
  • Meteorology I
  • Pengajian Malaysia II /Bahasa Melayu Kom I
  • Ship Construction
  • Marine Communication
  • Computer Application

MODULAR COURSES

  • Duration: 3 weeks
  • Basic Training (MBT)
  • Ship Security Awareness (MPA)
  • Person Designated with Security Duties (MSD)

SEMESTER 2

  • Maritime English
  • Heat, Waves & Light
  • Terrestrial & Coastal Navigation II
  • Celestial Navigation I
  • Cargo Work I
  • Professional Ethics
  • COLREGS I
  • Ship Stability I
  • Navigation Aids and Instruments

Year 2

SEMESTER 3

  • Magnetism and Electricity
  • Terrestrial & Coastal Navigation III
  • Celestial Navigation II
  • Ship Stability I
  • Seamanship
  • Meteorology II
  • Engineering Knowledge
  • Co-curriculum (CSR)

MODULAR COURSES

  • Duration: 3 weeks
  • Medical First Aid (MMFA)
  • Basic Training for Oil & Chemical Tanker Cargo Operation (MBOC)
  • Basic Training for Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo Operation (MLGT)

SEMESTER 4

  • Electronics
  • Terrestrial & Coastal Navigation IV
  • Cargo Work II
  • Ship Construction II
  • COLREGS II
  • Compass – Magnetic & Gyro
  • Maritime Legislation
  • Application of Leadership and Team Working Skills

ALAM COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT SCHEME (ACAS)

  • Duration: 3 weeks

Year 3

SEMESTER 5

  • Industrial Training
    (Sea Phase I)
  • Correspondence Course
    (Module 1, 2 & 3)

SEMESTER 6

  • Industrial Training
    (Sea Phase II)
  • Correspondence Course
    (Module 4, 5 & 6)

MODULAR COURSES

  • Duration: 11 weeks
  • Bridge Resource Management (MBRM)
  • Radar Navigation and Radar Plotting (MRN)
  • Electronic Navigation Aids (ENA)
  • ARPA Operation (MAR)
  • GMDSS General Operator Certificate (MDSS (G))
  • Electronic Chart Display Information System (MCI)
  • Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boats (MSCR)
  • Advanced Fire-fighting (MAFF)

MOCK ORAL PREPRATORY

  • Duration: 3 weeks

MOCK ORAL ASSESSMENT

  • Duration: 2 weeks
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Course Intake

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Entry Requirement

For Malaysian applicants

  • Passed SPM with at least Credit in Bahasa Melayu; AND
  • Pass in English; AND
  • Credit – Science (non-STEM); OR Physics (STEM); OR Chemistry (STEM); OR Biology (STEM); AND Credit – Mathematics (STEM/Non-STEM); OR Additional Mathematics (STEM); AND
  • Credit – Any of two (2) (STEM/Non-STEM) Core or elective subjects
    or
  • SPM AND SKM L3 in engineering and technologist (mechanical, mechatronic, electrical, automotive, marine, maritime)
    or
  • SVM in engineering and technologist (mechanical, mechatronic, electrical, automotive, marine, maritime)
    • Credit in Bahasa Melayu; AND
    • CGPA Academic 2.00; AND
    • CGPA Vocational 2.67; AND
    • Pass English; AND
    • Pass ILM’s entry examination on mathematics and science
      or
    • STPM pass with a minimum of grade C (GP 2.00) in any 2 subjects

For foreign applicants and/ or holder of UK GCE O’ Level

  • School exam certificate equivalent to UK GCE O’ Level with credits in Mathematics, Science/Technical, 3 other subjects and credits in English* language.

General Requirements

  • Single, aged between 18 and 25 years of age
  • Must be physically and mentally fit as certified by medical practitioner approved by Malaysia Marine Department
  • Minimum height of 158cm and weight of 48kg for male applicants (BMI: 18.5 -24.9)
  • Minimum height of 155cm and weight of 42kg for female applicants (BMI: 18.5-24.9)
  • Not colour blind
  • Good eyesight (visual acuity of 6/6)
  • Good command of Bahasa Malaysia and English in both written and spoken.

For International students, it is compulsory to fulfil minimum score at least ONE of the following:

English Competency

Types of Examination

Score

MUET

MUET

Band 3

IELTS

IELTS Online

5.0

TOEFL

TOEFL iBT

40

TOEFL Essential (Online)

7.5

Pearson Test of English

PTE Academic / PTE Academic (Online)

47

Cambridge English Qualifications and Test

B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency

154

Linguaskill Online

ELS

Certified Intensive English Programme Level (CIEP Level)

English Exam Requirement

Exam Band
IELTS 5.00
TOEFL 7.50
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