Vels Academy of Maritime Studies Chennai

 

School of Maritime Studies is situated at Thalambur, Chennai, near Navalur on the IT Highway of Tamilnadu, off the old Mahabalipuram Road. In the vast campus along with spacious building for class rooms, workshops and library, separate laboratories have been provided for Physics, Electrical Machinery, Control Systems, Power Electronics, Electronic devices, Electronic Communication, Digital devices and Seamanship. The two Computer Centres of School of Maritime Studies and a well-stocked library compare with the best anywhere.

School of Maritime Studies has its own hostels for boys and girls separately. There is also an exclusive Mess Block within the campus with separate dining halls. School of Maritime Studies has its own fleet of buses connecting the college with different points of Chennai.

The Maritime courses at the School of Maritime Studies are conducted by the Director and amongst their Faculty are highly qualified Professors (who are ex-Mariners) and Instructors, with years of experience on board ships and ashore, who take meticulous care to train the cadets to be future navigators and marine engineers. The courses also prepares the candidates to pursue a career in shipping companies or shipping related activities ashore. Candidates who successfully complete training at this University will be eligible for taking up jobs as Navigating officers & Marine Engineers on board any ship sailing anywhere in the world. School of Maritime Studies has been awarded an ISO 9001:2008 Certification by Indian Registrar of Shipping.

SHIP-IN-CAMPUS :

The Director General of Shipping has stipulated that Maritime Academies across the country must build a "Ship-in-Campus" to obviate the necessity of training cadets in outside marine workshops. Towards this end we have acquired an Akasaka 6-Cylinder 4-stroke Diesel Main Engine, rated at 2200hp, at 250 rpm. We have installed this main engine in the first all steel ship-in-campus ever to be built in India which is now fully operational. School of Maritime Studies has a Full Mission Engine Simulator within the Ship-in-Campus, for the training of Marine Engineering cadets, simulating conditions exactly as on board an engine room of a ship.

FULL MISSION BRIDGE SIMULATOR :

The School of Maritime Studies has a Full Mission Bridge Simulator from Kongsberg, Norway. This Simulator is used to train Navigating cadets in real time on the bridge of a Ship exactly simulating conditions on the high seas

Progaram Educational Objectives(PEO)

Be well educated professionals who utilize their intellectual learning, applied technology experience, leadership skills and global awareness in successful careers, and continue to improve their skills through lifelong learning and advance studies;

Effectively practices as professional engineers, managers, and leaders in the maritime and energy industries and a wide variety other fields, and as licensed engineers in the merchant marine;

Successfully combine fundamental fundamental engineering knowledge, core leadership skills and the practical experience gained at the Academy to turn ideas into reality for the benefit of society;

Be influential members of multidisciplinary teams, creatively and effectively contributing to the design, development, ad objective evaluation of engineering components, systems, and products, and clearly communicating the work in an appropriate manner to their customers and colleagues; and

Personally assume and actively encourage peers to upload the professional, ethical, social and environmental responsibilities of their profession.

  • UK Collaboration

HND UK - HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA COURSES

School of Maritime Studies has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with City of Glasgow College (COGC) , Scotland, UK, to jointly conduct fully residential Higher National Diploma (HND) Courses in Nautical Science and Marine Engineering. The Higher National Diploma courses are approved by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) UK, and the awarding authority is the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA), Scotland, UK. City of Glasgow College (COGC) is situated in the heart of Glasgow on the south bank of the River Clyde. Glasgow is one of Europe's liveliest and friendliest cities and a great place to study. Having its own unique culture and social life, museums, theatres, one will never be short of things to do. Many attractions are less than hour away, including Edinburgh. Fast Intercity links mean London is a little over 5 hours away.

COURSE

B.Sc.Nautical Science

The three-year B.Sc.Nautical Science course conducted by Vels University is approved by the Directorate General of Shipping, Ministry of Shipping, Government of India. It is a course leading to Second Mates Foreign-Going Certificate of Competency awarded by the Ministry of Shipping, Government of India, after 12 months of sea service, enabling the cadets to become Navigating Officers on board Merchant Naval ships anywhere in the world. The three-year B.Sc.,Nautical Science course is strictly residential. The syllabus is specially drawn up to give broad based maritime education, with special emphasis on fundamentals of maritime subjects and practical aspects of the profession. The educational and training programme is designed to inculcate officer like qualities and a high sense of discipline in the cadets.

Entry Requirements :

Academic Standards : A pass in 10+2 or its equivalent examination with minimum 60% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics group, and atleast 50% in English at 10th or 12th standard.
Age Limit : "Maximum 25 years on the date of commencement of the course." (Age relaxation for SC & ST as per DGS Guidelines)
Medical Standard : Candidate should be physically fit for sea service as per DG Shipping norms, with minimum unaided vision 6/6 in each eye, with no colour blfindness.

HND Nautical Science

The first year of HND Nautical Science course will be conducted at School of Maritime Studies, Vels University, Chennai and the second year of study will be conducted at City of Glasgow College,UK. Phase 1 is of 45 weeks at Vels University, followed by 45 weeks at City of Glasgow College. Thereafter, 15 months of sea service is required to qualify for Deck Officer of the Watch Certificate of Competency examinations in the UK.

Entry Requirements :

Academic Standards : A pass in 10+2 or its equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics subjects.
Age Limit : "Maximum 25 years on the date of commencement of the course"
Medical Standard : Candidate should be physically fit for sea service as per DG Shipping norms, with minimum unaided vision 6/6 in each eye, with no colour blindness.

The candidate will have to appear in IELTS examination for English proficiency with minimum score of 5.5 before proceeding to 2nd year at City of Glasgow College, UK.

            B.E.Marine Engineering

The four-year B.E.Marine Engineering course, approved by DG Shipping, Ministry of Shipping, Government of India,is a course leading to Class IV Marine Engineer Officer Certificate of Competency, awarded by the Ministry of Shipping, Government of India, after six months of sea service, enabling the cadets to become Marine Engineers on board Merchant Naval ships anywhere in the world. This course is strictly residential.

Entry Requirements :

Academic Standards : A pass in 10+2 or its equivalent examination with minimum 60% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics group, and atleast 50% in English at 10th or 12th standard.
Age Limit : "Maximum 25 years on the date of commencement of the course." (Age relaxation for SC & ST as per DGS Guidelines)
Medical Standard : Candidate should be physically fit for sea service as per DG Shipping norms, with minimum unaided vision 6/12 in each eye, with no colour blindness.

One-Year Pre Sea Training for Graduates (GME)

The One-Year Pre Sea Training course for Graduates (GME), approved by DG Shipping, Ministry of Shipping, Government of India, is a course leading to Class IV Marine Engineer Officer Certificate of Competency , awarded by the Ministry of Shipping, Government of India, after six months of sea service, enabling the cadets to become Marine Engineers on board Merchant Naval ships anywhere in the world. This course is strictly residential.

Entry Requirements :

Academic Standards : B.E. or B.Tech Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical & Automation Engineering or Naval Architecture degree with minimum 50% marks in Final year. The candidate should have obtained atleast 50% in English at 10th or 12th std. or degree course
Age Limit : "Maximum 28 years on the date of commencement of the course." (Age relaxation for SC & ST as per DGS Guidelines)
Medical Standard : Candidate should be physically fit for sea service as per DG Shipping norms, with minimum unaided vision 6/12 in each eye, with no colour blindness.

Two-Year Pre Sea Training for Diploma Holders (DME)

The Two-Year Pre Sea Training course for Diploma Holders (DME), approved by DG Shipping, Ministry of Shipping, Government of India, is a course leading to Class IV Marine Engineer Officer Certificate of Competency , awarded by the Ministry of Shipping, Government of India, after six months of sea service, enabling the cadets to become Marine Engineers on board Merchant Naval ships anywhere in the world. This course is strictly residential.

Entry Requirements :

Academic Standards : Diploma in Mechanical / Marine / Electrical and Electronic Engineering / Naval Architecture / Electrical Engineering with minimum 50% marks in Final year. The candidate should have obtained atleast 50% in English at 10th or 12th std. or Diploma course
Age Limit :"Maximum 22 years on the date of commencement of the course." (Age relaxation for SC & ST as per DGS Guidelines)
Medical Standard : Candidate should be physically fit for sea service as per DG Shipping norms, with minimum unaided vision 6/12 in each eye, and with no colour blindness.

HND Marine Engineering

The first year of HND Marine Engineering course will be conducted at School of Maritime Studies, Vels University, Chennai and the second year of study will be conducted at City of Glasgow College, UK. Phase 1 is of 45 weeks at Vels University, followed by 45 weeks at City of Glasgow College. Thereafter, 8 months of sea service are required to qualify for Engineer Officer of the Watch Certificate of Competency (earlier known as Class 4 Certificate) examinations in the UK.

Entry Requirements :

Academic Standards : A pass in 10+2 or its equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics subjects.
Age Limit : "Maximum 25 years on the date of commencement of the course."
Medical Standard : Candidate should be physically fit for sea service as per DG Shipping norms, with minimum unaided vision 6/9 in each eye, with no colour blindness.

The candidate will have to appear in IELTS examination for English proficiency with minimum score of 5.5 before proceeding to 2nd year at City of Glasgow College, UK

B.Sc., Maritime Operations - A course designed and taught by Maritime Professionals

About this course

B.SC., Maritime Operations course is tailor-made for students who wish to embrace a new career path, enhance existing qualifications and gain a competitive edge for their career progression. This course is focused towards giving students the necessary knowledge and skills to help them achieve high levels in their career in Maritime & Off shore industries.

Entry Standards

A pass in 10+2

Commencement of Course

1 st week of August

Day Scholar course (on request hostel accommodation may be provided)

Course Aim

  • This course aims to provide education that will enable, graduating students to respond to varied employment opportunities.
  • Build upon students' knowledge and experience providing a sound understanding of the Principles of Management and their application in the core functional areas of the commercial maritime industry.
  • Develop students' skills of managing time and resources effectively whilst working independently or as part of a team.
  • Develop into a broadly-thinking individual, capable of effective problem-solving and confident in decision - making.
  • Develop technical, personal and managerial qualities required of maritime manager ashore.
  • Facilitate students to apply theoretical perspectives and knowledge gained from study to workplace issues, problems and contexts.

Benefits to you

  • Achieve a relevant qualification for maritime shore-side Job opportunities.
  • Develop your Technical, Personal and Managerial qualities for career progression.
  • Gain a deeper understanding of Companies' commercial Management Practice.

 

Contact : Capt.N.Kumar, Director
Mob : +91 9840365082, 9361852531
E-mail : captainnkumar@gmail.com & director.smts@velsuniv.ac.in

Diploma Marine Engineering (3 years)

The three-year Diploma Engineering course, approved by AICTE, enables the students to pursue Graduate Marine Engineering courses as lateral entry to become Marine Engineers. This course is day scholar programme.

Entry Requirements :

Academic Standards : A pass in 10 or its equivalent examination
Age Limit :Maximum 20 years on the date of commencement of the course

Fee Structure for the Academic Year 2021-2022

S.NO.

NAME OF THE COURSE

COURSE FEES

PAYABLE AT TIME OF ADMISSION

1

B.SC., Nautical Science

Rs.880000/-

Rs.175000/-

2

B.E. Marine Engineering

Rs.1162000/-

Rs.178000/-

3

B.E. Marine Engineering (Lateral Entry)

Rs.854000/-

Rs.178000/-

4

GME

Rs.300000/-

Rs.161500/-

5

DME

Rs.300600/-

Rs.89850/-

6

Ad Diploma (formerly HND) NS 1st year

Rs.300192/-

Rs.164846/-

7

Ad Diploma (formerly HND) NS 2nd year

GBP 11930 approximate

-

8

Ad Diploma (formerly HND) ME 1st year

Rs.300192/-

Rs.164846/-

9

Ad Diploma (formerly HND) ME 2nd year

GBP 11930 approximate

-

10

B.SC., MARITIME OPERATIONS

Rs.304000/-

Rs.59000/-

11

Diploma Marine Engineering (3years)

Rs.190000/-

Rs.40000/-

Note: The fee includes Boarding & Lodging, Uniforms, Semester Exam fees for all programmes except BSC Maritime Operations

Fee structure for Non Resident Indians (NRI) / Foreign Students send mail request to