B.Sc. in Nautical Science
B.Sc. Nautical Science
B.Sc. Nautical Science is a 3-year undergraduate program designed to train students for a career as a Deck Officer in the Merchant Navy. The course combines classroom learning with practical sea training to develop skilled maritime professionals ready for international waters.
1. Eligibility Criteria
Academic Qualification:
10+2 (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM)
Minimum 60% aggregate in PCM (varies by institute)
50% aggregate accepted for reserved categories in some institutes
Age Limit:
17–25 years at the time of admission
Medical Fitness:
As per DG Shipping standards
Eyesight: 6/6 in both eyes without glasses (no color blindness)
2. Course Duration & Structure
Total Duration: 3 Years (6 Semesters)
Training Breakdown:
📘 1 Year: Academic study at a maritime institute
🔥 6 Months: Pre-sea training (includes firefighting, survival, etc.)
🚢 18 Months: Onboard ship training as a Deck Cadet
3. Syllabus & Subjects
Core Subjects:
Navigation (Terrestrial, Celestial & Electronic)
Ship Stability & Construction
Cargo Handling & Stowage
Marine Meteorology
Marine Engineering Basics
Maritime Law (SOLAS, MARPOL, STCW)
Ship Operations & Management
Bridge Equipment & Radar Operation
Pollution Prevention & Ship Safety
Practical Training:
Sea Survival Techniques
Firefighting & First Aid
Lifeboat & Rescue Boat Handling
ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display System)
GMDSS (Global Maritime Distress Safety System)
4. Certification & Licensing
After course completion, students must obtain:
✅ Certificate of Competency (CoC) – DG Shipping
✅ STCW Certification
🎓 Appear for Second Mate (FG) Exam to become a licensed Deck Officer
5. Career Prospects
Career Progression Path:
Deck Cadet → Third Officer → Second Officer → Chief Officer → Captain (Master Mariner)
Other Opportunities:
Shore-based jobs in shipping companies
Port operations
Maritime training & logistics management
6. Salary & Growth
💰 Deck Cadet Salary: ₹50,000 – ₹1,00,000/month (tax-free on international ships)
🧭 Senior Ranks (Chief Officer/Captain): ₹3,00,000 – ₹6,00,000+ per month