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Diploma of Bridge Watch

Memorial University of Newfoundland

St. John's, Canada
0.67 years
English
On campus
Diploma

About the program

An eight-month certificate preparing students for deck and bridge watch duties.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (0 year): no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying Bridge Watch can develop the ability to develop discipline-specific knowledge
Critically evaluate relevant evidence and communicate ideas using suitable professional or academic methods. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Bridge watch rating
Deckhand
Offshore crew
Further study (Diploma of Technology in Nautical Science)

Curriculum

Eight months combining academic study
Marine safety training
Sea experience and hands-on rigging practice. Sample courses: general ship knowledge
Marine safety and security
Passenger safety management. Includes 60 sea days of practical experience on the training vessel.

Entry requirements

Academic

Admission requirements vary by previous education (high school graduation with mathematics and science
Or transfer)
Programme-specific medical or criminal record check where stated
English proficiency evidence required. Grade guidance from source: High school diploma or equivalent (Grade 11 matriculation or ABE Level III)
No minimum average published on the programme pages.

Accepted academic background

High school diploma, Grade 11 Public Examination Matriculation Certificate, ABE Level III or equivalent, Medical certificate and criminal record check, Fire Rescue also needs a driver's licence with air-brake endorsement.

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 83
Duolingo 115
PTE Academic 60
Cambridge 176

Documents you’ll need

Academic transcripts and applicable supporting documents require confirmation.

How to apply

Check the programme entry requirements and deadlines (international applicants March 1
Domestic April 15). Create an account through the institution's official application portal
Verify it and submit the application. Upload the required documents
Some programmes need a Transport Canada or CAPP medical. Receive the offer and pay the confirmation fee listed on the Marine Institute fees pages. Use the acceptance letter and the institution DLI number O19440995346 (plus the provincial attestation letter) to apply for a Canadian study permit. Attend orientation.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$24,503 CAD
Application fee	$120 CAD
Deposit	$1,500 CAD

Program details

Campus	Marine Institute, Ridge Road, St. John's
Faculty or school	Fisheries and Marine Institute
Department	Bridge Watch
Teaching language	English
Credit value	20
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	0 year
Scholarship note	_

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 0.67 years.