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Basic STCW Post sea Courses

What is BSC in Nautical Science : Pre Sea Courses

The Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) in Nautical Science Pre-Sea course is a comprehensive program designed to prepare students for a career in the maritime industry. Offered by TS Rahaman, one of India's premier maritime institutes, this course focuses on imparting theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential for aspiring mariners.

This course is an integral part of the overall planned and shipboard structured training programme for the prospective navigating officer. The course is residential in nature and of Three-year duration comprising six semesters of six months each.

The prospective navigating officer will be trained for one year onboard ship in practical application of the theory learnt. Thereafter at the end of this structured programme, a “contact programme” for four months may be conducted at the Institute to prepare the Cadets for an oral examination conducted by the Director General of Shipping, Ministry of Surface Transport, Government of India. On successful completion of the Programme a Cadet will be awarded a degree of BSc (Nautical Science) by University of Mumbai and a Certificate of Competency by Govt. of India, which will enable him to become an officer on a merchant ship. A Pre-Sea Navigating Officer Cadet successfully completing the three year programme would acquire basic knowledge and understanding of the types of merchant ships, ship operations, types of goods carried by ships, shipping trade, and a foundation in the basic principles of navigation and environmental science.

Objective of our Program

The program's objectives are succinctly outlined in 3 key points:

  • This course is designed to assist a prospective navigating officer in achieving the minimum standards of competence for officers in charge of navigational watch on ships of 500 gross tonnes or more as specified in Regulation II/1, Table A-1 of STCW Code 2010.
  • The course is residential in nature and its duration is 36 weeks.
  • This course is aimed at preparing the Cadet to develop a right attitude towards tasks and duties assigned to him during the on-board training programme in learning the job of being a ship's officer and in achieving the overall standard of competence required.

Program Eligibility

Eligibility

  • Indian National
  • HSC or equivalent Certificate
  • Mark Sheet showing minimum 60% marks in PCM subjects in HSC (10+2). (Original with 2 photocopies)
  • Original School/College Leaving Certificate with 2 photocopies
  • Minimum 50% Marks in English language in SSC or HSC
  • Age not more than 25 yrs for HSC students on the date of commencement of course
  • Medical Fitness Certificate from a Doctor approved by Director General, Shipping (original with 1 photocopy)
  • Eye Sight Test Certificate -6x6 both eyes and no colour blindness from any DG approved doctor (original with 1 photocopy)
  • Program Description

    Course Fee - Rs. 4,15,000/-

    • At the time of admission: Rs. 40,000/- For IMU
    • Training Ship Rahaman Fee: Fees of Rs. 4,15,000/- for 2 Semesters of the course is payable as follows:
      • At the time of admission:
      • Draft of Rs. 2,07,500/- (all-inclusive fee) in favour of “Sir Mohamed Yusuf Seamen Welfare Foundation” payable at Mumbai.
      • At the beginning of Semester II:
      • Draft of Rs. 2,07,500/- (all-inclusive) in favour of “Sir Mohamed Yusuf Seamen Welfare Foundation” payable at Mumbai.

    Objective of course - Develop proficiency in various aspects of nautical operations, including advanced navigation, seamanship, maritime safety, and ship management. By integrating theoretical education with practical training, the course ensures that graduates are well-prepared to handle the responsibilities and challenges of working at sea.

    Specific Learning Outcome :
  • Proficiency in Navigation and Seamanship
  • Understanding of Maritime Laws and Regulations
  • Emergency Response and Safety Management Skills
  • Faq's

    • The Standing Rules and regulations of the Academy shall be binding on all students. This may be changed without prior intimation to the students.
    • Gold ornaments or other valuable items or any kind of electrical apparatus are not allowed to be kept.
    • Cadets are not allowed to keep more than about Rs. 500/- in cash with them. Excess cash should be deposited with the cashier and can be withdrawn in lots of Rs. 500/-.
    • Uniform is to be worn at all times during training. Hence, very few civilian clothes are to be brought. In case any student found not in the proper uniform, he has to Penalize for the day.
    • Cadets are permitted ‘shore leave’ in uniform only on Sundays between 07.00 and 20.00 hours.
    • Cadets are not allowed to stay out of the campus at night under any circumstances. Parents are instructed not to make any request for the same.
    • Visitors are permitted only on Sundays between 09.00 and 18.00 hours.
    • The use of tobacco and alcohol is strictly prohibited in the Academy. If the candidate is found in alcoholic condition or under drug effect, this would cause immediate rustication from the Academy. The Academy’s decision in this case will be final. No appeal against the decision will entertained from parents or guardians.
    • Long hair, moustaches and beards are not allowed during the period of training. Sikh candidates are exempted from this.
    • The following are prohibited in the hostel
      • Illegal drugs
      • Gambling
      • Fire arms of any kind
      • Knives
      • Pets or livesock of any description
    • Special area has been earmarked for Cadets to meet their guests. Guests wishing to meet the cadets are to approach the course instructor / Course Officer (during off work hours). The cadets will be informed, whilst the guest wait in the guest waiting area. Under no circumstances the guest are to proceed to the hostel rooms / class rooms.
    • In case if the student withdrawing from the course in between the Completion period of the course, he has to pay entire amount of the concern course fees. (Either withdrawing himself or rusticated due to major offence).
    • In case of damage or loss of hostel property the cost will be recovered from the students if identified It will be individual otherwise all the student of the hostel room (Individual area) decided by the associate warden.
    • The use of electrical appliances such as immersion heaters, electric stove/ heaters / electric iron are forbidden in any of the rooms allotted for residence. Private cooking in the hostels / student’s room is strictly forbidden. Such appliances, if found will be confiscated and a fine will also be imposed.
    • When the students go out of their room they should switch off all the electrical / electronic appliances, and keep it locked (at all times). Violation will attract suitable penalty and punishment as decided by authorities.
    • Not attending classroom lectures without permission will result in Violation will attract suitable penalty and punishment as decided by authorities.
    • In case the applicant withdraw from the course before commencement of the course or does not report on the day of commencement of course. I or we shall not ask for any refund or transfer of any fees.
    • The college is not responsible if any student/parents paying any money to any agent for admission or placement.
    • All payments must be made in college, at the college counter only and receipts to be obtained for all payments.
    • Disputes are subject to Mumbai jurisdiction.

    Online through Website

    • Step I : Fill the application form on this website.
    • Step II : Pay the non-refundable application and online test fees through the website using credit / debit card.
    • Step III:Print duly filled application form and the summary generated

    Necessary documents to be sent to TSR with all applications

    • Printed copy of the application form and the summary generated after an application is made through this website.
    • Two identical recent passport size photographs with name & form no. written at the back.
    • Copies of certificates and / or mark sheets of your 10th and 12th examinations (or its equivalent) attested by Govt. gazetted officers. Applicants who have not received 12th marksheet may submit a bonafide certificate from the head of the school or college where they appeared for these exams
    • Attested Copy of Birth Certificate (for proof of age and place of Birth).
    • Downloaded copies of class XII marksheet (on receipt) from internet attested by school Principal
    • Copies of certificates for sports and any other extra curricular activities, if available (from Std. VIII and above only).

    Do’s and Don’ts

    • Each applicant must submit only one application form.
    • The application form must be completed in full, in English.
    • The full Name and Date of Birth entered in the application form must be same as that which appears on your School Leaving Certificate.
    • Please ensure your postal address, including PIN code and telephone numbers (with STD codes) are correct and free of spelling and other errors.
    • Kindly keep a copy of the application for future reference.
    • 10+2 equivalent (PCM 60%) and English Marks are to be 50% or more in 10 th or 12 th standard.
    • Age: upto 25 years on the date of commencement of training.
    • Eye sight: distance vision 6/6 in both eye and normal colour vision shall be tested by Ishihara test chart
    • Medical Fitness Certificate from a Doctor Approved by DGS (Original + one photocopy)
    • 18 copies of passport size and 4 stamp size Photographs with White Shirt & Light Background

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