NPA Maritime Studies SCQF 5
About...
This course gives learners seeking a vocational programme the opportunity to enrich their school education, providing an insight into the maritime industry and enabling them to confirm their interest in the sector as a career or pathway to further study.
This NPA includes mandatory Units that provide an insight into the maritime industry and the nautical environment. In addition, candidates undertake a range of theoretical maritime subjects, and the knowledge and experience gained provides them with the opportunity to make well-informed career choices.
Level
- SCQF 5
Duration
- 1 Year
Location
- Online Virtual Classroom
- Stornoway campus
Delivery
- Online through e-Sgoil.
- Attend classes and access resources through Glow and Microsoft Teams. Times tbc.
- Face-to-face (Nicolson Institute pupils only)
- Tuesday - 1400 - 1530
- Wednesday - 1045 - 1215
- Thursday - 0900 - 1025
Course content...
This qualification offers opportunities for learners to develop knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the maritime industry.
In the mandatory units, pupils will develop an understanding of basic navigational watchkeeping, an overview of the maritime sector, the theory behind vessel construction and stability, and vessel ropework, anchoring and mooring.
The optional unit allow pupils to develop more specialised knowledge of the health and safety aspects involved in securing a vessel for safe passage.
Course Assessment
A wide range of assessment methods are used throughout the course, including multiple choice questions, short reports, portfolios, and the observation of practical ropework.
Progression...
This course provides a progression route to employment in the Maritime and Aquaculture sectors, relevant locally devised FE programmes and, potentially, higher education. For example, with the appropriate educational profile, candidates could progress a seagoing modern apprenticeship.
Entry requirements
- Pupils should be able to work at SCQF level 5
- Applicants should have an interest in the subject and be committed to completing the course