About this course
This programme is designed for those with specialised academic Engineering qualifications and/or experience. It is designed to lead to STCW ’95 III/1 Engineer Officer of the Watch (EOOW) certification.
What you'll study
Candidates on this programme will complete the required MNTB workshop skills training (unless exempted); all additional STCW certification courses; and attend tutorials prior to undertaking IAMI EOOW Engineering Knowledge (EK) written exams (on general, steam/motor, and instrumentation and control engineering knowledge) and the MCA oral exam.
Notice of Eligibility (NoE) and oral exams guidance
When you have accrued sufficient sea time to sit an oral exam with the MCA, you will be able to apply for a Notice of Eligibility (NoE).
This form can be downloaded from the MCA website and must be returned with original copies of your supporting documentation (sea service testimonials, STCW certificates, exam pass certificates, and a College Action Plan and ENG1) to prove you are eligible for an oral exam.
Once you have secured your NoE, you will be able to book your oral exam at any of the MCA offices throughout the UK. The MCA office you have chosen will not confirm your booking until you have received your NoE. Be aware, they do have busy periods, so it's best to book your oral exam well in advance to ensure you get your preferred date.
A NoE is valid for five years from date of issue, and for three years after a successful oral exam. You must apply for your NoE well in advance of your anticipated exam date as it can take up to six weeks for an application to be processed.
Prerequisites
This route allows engineering graduates, engineering Higher National Diploma (HND)/Higher National Certificate (HNC) holders or those with suitable engineering apprenticeship (NVQ level 3 or above) to have their qualifications assessed by an MCA-approved nautical college for entry onto the UK EOOW training programme. If you hold engineering qualifications (HNC, HND, FD or higher) completed in the UK or an EU state, you may apply for an exemption from the IAMI academic subjects only.
If your qualifications meet the requirements for this programme, you must apply to an MCA-approved nautical college (such as Warsash Maritime School) for an Action Plan detailing the requirements you must meet to obtain an EOOW Certificate of Competency (CoC). You will also need to send us a completed application form and a full copy of your (highest) qualification and transcript. If your qualification was completed outside of the UK, you must obtain and send as an ENIC letter with your application confirming the comparable standard of your qualification to a UK equivalent. Please refer to the MIN511 Amendment 1.
Before starting the classroom phase of the programme, you must pass the initial four STCW basic safety training courses (these may be attended individually, or collectively as part of the Basic Safety Training Week). You must then complete a minimum of nine months' sea service (including six months' engine room watchkeeping duties). You must also hold a medical fitness certificate recognised by the MCA. During the sea service period and before returning to us, you must complete an MNTB-approved Training Record Book (TRB) and associated workbook to the required standard, and complete any required guided study course material.
Course dates
17 February 2025 - 9 June 2025 - apply direct link TBC.
Course fee
Application for an Action Plan £150, or £210 + postage and package when also including an MNTB-approved Training Record Book (TRB).
IAMI academic guided studies, tuition and workshops - please contact us for the current fee.
Please note that the fee does not include external examination fees or STCW Basic Safety Training Week, Human Element, Leadership and Management at the Operational Level (HELM(O)), High Voltage Training Operational Level (HV), Proficiency in Medical First Aid, Advanced Fire Fighting and Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (other than fast rescue boats). Examinations may be booked here.
