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DNS (DIPLOMA IN NAUTICAL SCIENCE) -WESTLINE SHIPPING

DNS (DIPLOMA IN NAUTICAL SCIENCE) -WESTLINE SHIPPING

The DNS (Diploma in nautical science) is a one-year long course that aims to train applicants/students for the role of Navigation Officer on merchant navy ships. This course covers several other topics and areas like Safety and Fire Prevention, Marine Technical Knowledge, Navigation Meteorology, oceanography, Maritime Laws, Shipping Commerce, etc. The aspirants who are thinking to build a career in merchant navy then DNS is a good option to pursue. The qualification criteria for this course is 12th passed with minimum 55% marks. 

Scope and Salary
DNS reflect the abundance of opportunities and scope for growth of an individual. Initially one can join as training cadet. After serving for 18 months in the sea-service period, the individual can go for 2nd Mate exam and can become a 2nd officer if cleared successfully. Further, one can give advanced tests and get promotions. The initial salary in the job after DNS ranges between Rs. 30k-40k per month.
Diploma in Nautical Science provides various educational and employment opportunities. The diploma holders or professional may find appreciable chances in academics, government, and non-government organizations, consulting firms, etc.
Job Positions
  • Marine Engineering Instructor
  • Training Navigation Officer
  • Operation Manager
  • Lecturer
  • Marine Engineer
Colleges/Institutes
  • Haldia Institute of Maritime Studies and Research
  • Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training
  • Southern Academy of Maritime Studies
  • Indian Maritime University
  • B.P. Marine Academy
  • Maritime Foundation
  • Applied Research international
  • Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Institute of Technology
Admission Process
The procedures of admission in colleges and institutes are based on entrance exams and merit list. Some organizations also conduct counseling sessions for selection on the basis of merit list prepared by the college/university. There are several entrance exams such as IMU CET, IMU DNS, GME, ETO, etc. conducted every year in reputed colleges. The processes can differ from state to state and college to college because they have their own guidelines, criteria, and pattern.

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