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admission
General Secondary or Secondary Professional Education
Prerequisites
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Study field
Officer in charge
of Navigation watch
of Navigation watch
qualification
Maritime program
Get your Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch (OICEW) diploma in 3 years and launch your career in the international merchant fleet.
Deck Officer
(Ship Navigator)
(Ship Navigator)
Flexible payment plan: 3 parts of 634 EUR
*Conditions for non-EU students may differ)
9300,00 EUR*
tuition fee
Short Cycle Professional Higher Education (ISCED 5 / EQF 5)
Degree
Full-time/Part-time
Study Form
3 years (119 CP)
Duration
Career Path
A maritime career offers a clear progression and excellent financial rewards. From your first cadetship to commanding a vessel, discover your career path and the deck officer salary potential at each stage.
Deck Officer Ranks & Salary, Years
1-3 YRS
$3000 - 5500 / MO
Officer in Charge of a
Navigational Watch. Bridge watchkeeping and safety duties.
Navigational Watch. Bridge watchkeeping and safety duties.
3rd Deck Officer (OOW)
10+ YRS
$12000 - 20000 / MO
Master of the vessel. Ultimate authority and responsibility for ship and crew.
Ship Captain
3-6 YRS
$5000 - 7500 / MO
Senior watchkeeper responsible for navigation charts, ECDIS and passage planning.
2nd Deck Officer
6-10 YRS
$8000 - 12000 / MO
Second-in-command.
Overseeing cargo operations, safety drills and crew management.
Overseeing cargo operations, safety drills and crew management.
Chief Officer
0-1 YR
$800 - 1500 / MO
Sea practice aboard merchant vessels. Learning the ropes under officer supervision.
Deck Cadet
Want to know how we help you get there?
program overview
The Deck Officer higher education program is your direct path to the captain's bridge. In just 3 years, we will transform you from an ambitious beginner into a qualified Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch (OOW), ready to safely navigate modern vessels anywhere in the world.
Path to the Bridge
- Global Standards:The program strictly complies with EMSA requirements and the STCW (IMO) convention. Your degree and qualifications are recognized worldwide.
- Mandatory Sea Practice:Includes an essential sea cadetship. You will gain hands-on experience in the merchant navy before receiving your diploma.
- Advanced Training:You will hone your navigational skills on world-class 360° simulators before stepping onto a real ship.
Admission & Requirements
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Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
Joining the Deck Officer program is your first step towards a global career. Check the main requirements below and prepare your documents.
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EducationGeneral Secondary or Secondary Professional Education. -
LanguageEnglish language proficiency (Intermediate/B2 level). -
Medical FitnessA valid Seafarer's Medical Certificate from an approved doctor. - Visas & Residence:We provide full visa and residence permit support for international students.
Q & A
Yes, we offer flexible payment plans. You can pay per semester or choose a monthly installment plan.
We assist our international students in finding comfortable and affordable accommodation near the Academy campus.
We actively connect high-performing students with our partner shipowners and crewing agencies to secure mandatory sea practice.