Training Programmes with SSTG
Training programmes for your career at sea.
TRAINING PROGRAMMES FOR THE BRITISH MERCHANT NAVY
Training Programmes for Your Career at Sea with SSTG
Our training programmes are tailored for qualified seafarers looking to deepen their expertise, advance their careers, and stay up to date with the latest industry standards and technologies.
Whether you’re aiming to take on greater responsibilities at sea or transition to a shore-based role, SSTG provides the training and support you need to achieve your professional goals and excel in the maritime industry.
Merchant Navy Deck Officer Cadet Training Programmes
Your Deck Cadet Officer Training with the SSTG in the Merchant Navy.
An STCW Deck 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).
Certificate of Higher Education and Diploma
The Foundation Degree/Professional Diploma and HND qualifications provide exemptions from all written examinations up to and including Chief Mate/Master level.
The minimum entry requirements are 48 UCAS points plus GCSE at grade C (grade 4) or above in Maths (preferably higher tier, English and Science (with significant Physical Science content).
5 alternating college and sea periods as per the following outline (Please note that the length of each phase is only an approximate guideline, and the exact duration will vary from college to college):
Phase 1 (At College): 15/20 wks.
Phase 2 (Sea & Leave): 8/10 mths.
Phase 3 (At College): 30 wks.
Phase 4 (Sea & Leave): 10/12 mths.
Phase 5 (At College): 15/20 wks.
12 months minimum. However, in order to achieve the intended outcomes of work-based learning and complete the programme of practical training, it is recommended by MNTB that at least an additional 3 months of sea service is allowed for in the design of schemes incorporating a Foundation Degree.
6 months minimum completed within the last 12 months of sea service.
September each year, with more limited options to commence training in January each year.
MNTB Deck Training Record Book.
All programmes must be MCA/MNTB approved.
Candidates who successfully achieve a full HND are then eligible to top-up the academic award to a BSc (Hons) Degree in Marine Operations Management.
Merchant Navy Engineer Cadet Training Programmes
Your Engineer Cadet Training with the SSTG in the Merchant Navy.
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 education certificate and diploma.
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.
The minimum entry requirements are 48 UCAS points, including a numerate subject, plus GCSE at grade C (grade 4) or above in Maths (preferably higher tier, English, and Science (with significant Physical Science content).
5 alternating college and sea periods as per the following outline (Please note the length of each phase is only an approximate guideline 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.
Candidates are required to undertake 12 months Industrial experience, which includes the watchkeeping listed below.
A minimum of 6 months.
September each year, with more limited options to commence training in January each year.
MNTB Engineer Training Record Book.
All programmes must be MCA/MNTB approved.
Merchant Navy ETO Officer Cadet Training Programmes
Your ETO Cadet Training with the SSTG in the Merchant Navy.
An STCW Electro-Technical Officer of the Watch Certificate of Competency, plus the following academic award:
Foundation Degree (This programme is currently only available at South Shields Marine School and Fleetwood Nautical College).
Higher National Diploma (this programme is currently only available at Warsash Maritime and Glasgow City College).
The minimum entry requirements are 48 UCAS points including a numerate subject plus GCSE at grade C (grade 4) or above in Maths (preferably higher tier, English, and Science (with significant Physical Science content).
5 alternating college and sea periods as per the following outline:
Phase 1 (At College): 30 wks.
Phase 2 (Sea & Leave): 5 mths.
Phase 3 (At College): 30 wks.
Phase 4 (Sea & Leave): 7mths.
Phase 5 (At College): 25 wks.
For programmes commencing after 01 July 2013, candidates are required to undertake 12 months of Industrial experience, which must include a minimum of 6 months Sea Service.
September each year, with more limited options to commence training in January each year.
MNTB ETO Training Record Book.
All programmes must be MCA/MNTB approved.
Candidates who successfully achieve an FdSc are then eligible to top-up the academic award to a BEng (Hons) Degree in Marine Engineering and Management.
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