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Higher National Diploma in Marine Engineering

Type
Short-cycle tertiary education (ISCED 2011 level 5)
Language

English

Duration 4 semesters
Cost USD 775

The philosophy is to train competent Marine Engineers officers in line with international best practices. The programme combines theoretical, analytical and laboratory work so that the graduates will fit into shore and off-shore Maritime Engineering work. A large part of the programme is built around IMO models which combine Merchant – Navy Training and other safety Mandatory training so that on graduation, the graduates can work under pressure and difficult conditions obtainable at sea. School of Marine Engineering offers ND and HND programmes in MARINE ENGINEERING.

Structural components
Practical/Field work

Prerequisites

Applicants for HND in Marine Engineering must:

1. Possess the Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) or its equivalent with at least FIVE CREDIT passes in subjects which must include English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and any other relevant science subject in not more than two (2) sittings.

2. Possess a National Diploma in Marine Engineering with a Cumulative Grade Point Average of not less than 2.50 (Lower Credit) from the Maritime Academy of Nigeria or other accredited institution listed with the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). Note, candidates must have JAMB Registration number.

3. Have completed a minimum of one year post-ND Industrial Training with evidence or must have acquired a minimum of one year cognate work experience in a relevant organization.

4. Candidates with PASS at National Diploma level from Maritime Academy of Nigeria or other accredited institution must have completed a minimum of two years Post-ND Industrial Training with evidence or must have acquired a minimum of two years cognate work experience in a relevant organization.

ISCED Categories

Marine and maritime law
Navigation and seamanship
Machinery and operators
Naval engineering