Halifax,
NS,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Diploma in Marine Engineering Technology in Port Hawkesbury Canada | Nova Scotia Community College
Nova Scotia Community College
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Port Hawkesbury Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
11,690
(c. USD8,572.2)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
30 months
This program provides foundational training to launch your career as an Engineering Officer in the commercial maritime sector. You'll gain expertise in plant operations, equipment maintenance, safety protocols, and communication systems. Upon completion, graduates qualify for Fourth Class Engineer certification.
The curriculum delivers an intensive learning experience featuring advanced training components and methodologies. You'll develop expertise in the sophisticated engineering systems of contemporary vessels, covering mechanical/hydraulic systems, electrical networks, naval architecture, shipbuilding instrumentation, control mechanisms, and IT systems. Hands-on learning occurs through cutting-edge propulsion simulator training, complemented by essential safety instruction at campus firefighting and marine facilities.
Career opportunities
Graduates secure positions with diverse shipping enterprises, including cargo, tanker, ferry, research, and offshore supply vessel operators.
Engineering officers enjoy global employment prospects, with program certification recognized internationally by the IMO through Transport Canada after completing sea service requirements.
The program also offers coursework applicable to Canadian Armed Forces roles as marine engineering technicians (QL3/QL5). Explore career options
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
High School Graduation Diploma or equivalent
Copy of board-attested or direct-issued Certificate issued by All India Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), All India Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE), National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS), or State Boards of Higher Secondary Education.
Copy of Statement of Marks/Mark Sheet for Grade 12. School-issued transcripts/records with marks are not acceptable.
Official transcripts You must submit your official transcript(s) for courses required for admission.
International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS Academic Test) minimum score of 6.0 on each test (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking).
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) minimum test scores of 80 on the Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT), 60 on the Paper-Delivered Test, or 550 on the Paper-Based Test.
Canadian Test of English for Scholars and Trainees (CanTest) average score of 4.5.
Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) minimum Level 8 on each test. Canadian Language Benchmarks Placement Test (CLBPT) is not accepted.
Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL) minimum Band 60.
Michigan English Test (MET) minimum score 59.
Copy of board-attested or direct-issued Certificate issued by All India Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), All India Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE), National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS), or State Boards of Higher Secondary Education.
Copy of Statement of Marks/Mark Sheet for Grade 12. School-issued transcripts/records with marks are not acceptable.
Official transcripts You must submit your official transcript(s) for courses required for admission.
International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS Academic Test) minimum score of 6.0 on each test (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking).
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) minimum test scores of 80 on the Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT), 60 on the Paper-Delivered Test, or 550 on the Paper-Based Test.
Canadian Test of English for Scholars and Trainees (CanTest) average score of 4.5.
Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) minimum Level 8 on each test. Canadian Language Benchmarks Placement Test (CLBPT) is not accepted.
Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL) minimum Band 60.
Michigan English Test (MET) minimum score 59.
Tuition
CAD
11,690