20% theory

Nowadays the marine sphere has undergone drastic change. Therefore, in order to prepare competitive seafarers for the global job market, Novikontas Maritime College has developed a special approach to the educational process. The process is organized not like at school, but as close to the real-life conditions as possible, so that the students can get acquainted with the work of a seafarer from the very first days.

Training takes place on board the Varma ship or in specialized classrooms with all necessary equipment to immediately consolidate theoretical knowledge in practice. Furthermore, the majority of practical tasks are performed on professional and diverse simulators, which allow students to acquire the necessary skills and prepare them for various situations at sea.

80% practical training

Duration of studies

The duration of the 1st stage of studies, after which it is possible to obtain basic maritime education, is:

- Education program "Marine Transport": 2.5 months of theoretical training + 4-7 months of paid onboard training. Upon successful completion of theory and practical training, the student receives a certificate of competency "Able seafarer deck" and can immediately start working on a ship.
- Education program "Marine Engineer": 3 months of theoretical training + 4-7 months of paid onboard training. Upon successful completion of theory and practice, the student receives a certificate of competency "Able seafarer deck" and can immediately start working on a ship.

The duration of the 2nd stage of studies, after which it is possible to obtain higher maritime education, is:

- Education program "Maritime Transport" lasts for 3 years and 2 months. After graduation students receive a certificate of competency "Officer in charge at a navigational watch".
- Education program "Marine Engineer" lasts for 3 years. After graduation students receive a certificate of competency "Engineer officer".

Stage 2 students can study remotely using the Novis system and work simultaneously on a vessel. Each student is provided with an individual study schedule, which can be easily combined with work at sea.
Professional Development Education Programs can be completed within half a year or a year, with a total duration of 3 years for all modules.

Novis

NOVIS, or Novikontas Information System, is the best assistant for Novikontas Maritime College students in their studies! It is a distance learning system that makes the learning process extremely convenient, allowing students to study at any time from anywhere in the world, and easily combine work at sea with their studies.

Webinar-based learning system for online lectures and consultations

Education program description

Course plan (including a detailed study plan)

Assignments for each course

System for communication with instructors and classmates

Gradebook for tracking your progress

Self-assessment
tests

Electronic library,
etc.

Data collection and analysis are provided by SOGOLYTICS

ERASMUS+

Only 2nd year (3rd semester) students have the rights to start applying for the educational scholarship. The scholarship amount depends on the country where the study takes place. The opportunity to receive the scholarship is granted to the most diligent and active students who demonstrate good academic results and actively participate in Novikontas Maritime College's life. The program director selects the best students and nominates them for the Erasmus+ scholarship and students can also fill out an application form by writing to projects@novikontas.org.

The scholarship amount starts at 1600€ per year for the internship and can be received each academic year, not exceeding 12 months in the study cycle.

Since August 2017, in cooperation with the Erasmus+ mobility program, Novikontas Maritime College has been offering its students the opportunity to receive scholarships for education and onboard training.

These scholarships are intended for students of the education programs "Maritime Transport" (Officer in charge of a navigational watch) and "Marine Engineer" (Engineer Officer).