Marine Engineering Diploma
Falmouth Marine School - 9 September 2024
Level 2 Levels Explained
1 Year
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Full-time
Marine Engineering Diploma
If the possibility of a career at sea – filled with challenges, job satisfaction and travel appeals to you, then maybe you should consider studying to become a marine engineer.
The course is predominantly a practical based programme. Focusing on giving learners the ability to service and maintain a wide variety of marine in board and outboard engines, alongside the propulsion systems commonly found in most marine vessels.
The workshop at Falmouth marine school is one of the largest marine specific training areas in the U.K, alongside a wide variety of specialist tools to perform maintenance and diagnostic processes on our industry endorsed equipment.
At level two, the course is focused around servicing and maintaining of marine mechanical systems and components. Successful completion of this programme will allow learners to progress onto the marine engineering level three course.
Choosing to study at Falmouth marine school will mean that you will be joining a college with 100 years of training and supporting the marine industry and learning from industry experts to give you the best start to your future career.
What you will learn
This one-year programme will give you an excellent insight into the inner working of marine engines and propulsion systems. You will also learn basic marine electrics, hydraulics and gain knowledge on construction principals and engineering processes related to the marine industry.
Entry requirements
Three GCSEs at grade 3.
Learners are encouraged to apply on completion of their secondary education or as a mature learner; no previous knowledge is expected of the learner other than the wish to work within the marine sector.
Work experience
As part of your course you will be required to carry out Work Experience and/or an Industry Placement.
Falmouth is surrounded by a collection of industry leading companies that are willing to support and give information to any willing and keen future engineer.
Assessment
You will be assessed through online assessment, practical assignments and through multi-choice exams.
Progression
Successful completion of this course will allow learners to progress onto level three and has been the starting point of many successful marine engineers. Whether it’s a career in the super yacht industry, shore side repairs, navy or merchant navy.
Falmouth Marine School will be the first step in getting you towards your chosen career.
Careers in this industry:
- Marine engineer
- Service engineer
- Contracting engineer
- Yacht surveyor
- Hydraulic engineer
- Flotilla engineer
Falmouth Marine School
With a modern campus in the centre of Falmouth and boat workshops on the waterfront, studying at Falmouth Marine School is joyous. Few colleges in the country can boast the exceptional experience you will have, whether it’s studying to become the next marine scientist, marine engineer, boatbuilder, or watersports industry expert. There is a special, friendly and dynamic atmosphere on campus, which is backed up by a supportive and highly knowledgeable team. It’s no surprise that our alumni always recommend Falmouth Marine School to have your #careercollege experience.
Learners are encouraged to apply on completion of their secondary education or as a mature learner; no previous knowledge is expected of the learner other than the wish to work within the marine sector.
Falmouth Marine School
With a modern campus in the centre of Falmouth and boat workshops on the waterfront, studying at Falmouth Marine School is joyous. Few colleges in the country can boast the exceptional experience you will have, whether it’s studying to become the next marine scientist, marine engineer, boatbuilder, or watersports industry expert. There is a special, friendly and dynamic atmosphere on campus, which is backed up by a supportive and highly knowledgeable team. It’s no surprise that our alumni always recommend Falmouth Marine School to have your #careercollege experience.
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Dates & Locations
- Location - Falmouth Marine School
- Start Date - 9 September 2024
- Tuition Fees: £1292.00 - FREE for school leavers*
*Please note - Fees apply to adults and HE students only. Only the most common fees scenario is shown. Actual fees may vary depending on your personal situation. Please contact us for further information.
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For 9 September 2024 start date
Course Code 10016-FMS-24
Fees apply to adults and HE students only. Only the most common fees scenario is shown. Actual fees may vary depending on your personal situation. Please contact us for further information.
Courses listed on this website are indicative of the subject, nature and level of study. The College reserves the right to alter specific qualifications titles, awarding bodies and levels of qualification, which can change in year. Any cost may also vary, based on personal funding eligibility. The Cornwall College Group reserves the right to withdraw any course listed at any time.