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Applicable to:
Indian seafarers pursuing Diploma in Nautical Science
Effective Date:
August, 2009 onwards
Superseded Circulars:
Training Circular No.20 of 2004 dated 28th April 2004
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Programme Changes
The Diploma in Nautical Science programme will now lead to a B.Sc degree in Nautical Science, conducted by Indian Maritime University (IMU) from August 2009.
- Pre-sea: 12-month contact programme at approved training institutes, awarded 36 credits.
- Sea service: 18-month distance-learning programme, awarded 54 credits.
- Post-sea: 4-month contact programme, 6 advanced modular courses, and B.Sc degree awarded upon obtaining Second Mate (FG) Certificate of Competency.
2. Fees and Approved Institutes
Candidates will pay Rs. 5,500/- per semester (Semester I to V) to IMU. The list of approved institutes with their intake capacities is attached (Annexure-I).
IMU will specify examination centers for semesters III, IV, and V.
Important Note
Existing students enrolled with IGNOU up to February 2009 will continue with IGNOU and complete their programme as per the existing rules.
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