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- Location: Melaka, Melaka
- Type: Private Institute
- Courses: 50
- Founded: 1877
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Diploma in Nautical Studies
Full Time
3.5 Years
Diploma
IELTS, TOEFL
Aug
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 1SEMESTER 1
MODULAR COURSES
SEMESTER 2
Year 2SEMESTER 3
MODULAR COURSES
SEMESTER 4
ALAM COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT SCHEME (ACAS)
Year 3SEMESTER 5
SEMESTER 6
MODULAR COURSES
MOCK ORAL PREPRATORY
MOCK ORAL ASSESSMENT
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Course Intake
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 |
Band 3 |
|
|
IELTS |
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 |