(Also known as Deck Watch Rating (DWR), STCW Able Seafarer Deck (AB Deck))
Study maritime crewing to become a Deck Watch Rating (DWR)
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Duration and study methods
Full-time for 17 teaching weeks, plus sea time.
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Start dates
February, July
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Qualification
New Zealand Certificate in Maritime Crewing (Level 4) with a strand in Deck CrewProgramme code: NZ2511 -
Credits
60 -
Locations
New Zealand Maritime School
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Entry requirements
Open entry
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Domestic fees
$3,600 (approx.)
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International fees
NZD$8,700 (approx.)
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Youth Guarantee (fees-free*)
Not available -
Māori and Pasifika Trades Training Scholarship (fees-free*)
Not available
Programme highlights
Turn your experience into a globally recognised licence.
If you are new to the industry with no experience and want to become a Deck Watch Rating (DWR) or start your training towards becoming a navigation officer, this is the programme for you.
You'll gain the skills and knowledge required to work as crew on general commercial or passenger vessels. You will learn about shipping operations, shipboard practice and survival at sea.
You may find yourself working on a wide range of foreign-going ships from cruise liners, ferries and container vessels, through to support vessels in the oil and gas industry. You will carry out crewing duties at a support level to watchkeepers and masters, and be well prepared for a rewarding career in a global industry.
Entry requirements
General
Open entry for domestic students
There are no academic requirements that need to be met to enter this programme.
International students: English language entry requirements
For the minimum English language requirements refer to the requirements set out in the NZQF Programme and Accreditation Rules https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/providers-partners/qa-system-for-teos/english-international-students/
International students will generally be required to provide evidence of English language proficiency, for this programme an IELTS General or Academic score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5 is required. Equivalent acceptable evidence can be seen at the following NZQA link: https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/about-us/our-role/legislation/nzqa-rules/nzqf-related-rules/the-table/
Important information
Entry to this qualification is open but completion does not guarantee the award of a Maritime New Zealand licence.
All persons wishing to qualify for a seafarer licence must also check the Maritime New Zealand prior certification and minimum service requirements for that licence. Also: Seafarers Framework which outlines medical fitness requirements https://www.maritimenz.govt.nz/rules/part-34/default.asp and Maritime New Zealand Part 34:Medical Standards https://www.maritimenz.govt.nz/rules/part-34/Part34-maritime-rule.pdf.
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Programme structure
You will need to complete five compulsory courses as well as the courses from your chosen strand (60 credits):
Compulsory courses
Level 2
942.212 STCW Basic Safety training – Basic Sea Survival (Personal Survival Techniques) (5 credits)
Apply safe and sustainable work practices and contribute to effective communication and emergency response on board a vessel.
942.213 STCW Basic Safety Training – Basic First Aid (Elementary First Aid) (5 credits)
Apply safe work practices and contribute to effective communication and emergency response to first aid on board a vessel.
942.214 STCW Basic Safety training – Personal safety and Social Responsibility (3 credits)
Apply safe and sustainable work practices, demonstrate effective communication and emergency response on board a vessel.
942.215 Proficiency in Security Awareness (2 credits)
Providing knowledge, understanding and proficiency to personnel intending to work on ships who will not have any designated security duties.
Level 4
942.459 STCW Basic Safety Training – Basic Fire Fighting (Fire Fighting and Fire Prevention) (5 credits)
Apply safe work practices and contribute to effective communication and emergency response to a fire on board a vessel.
Courses related to your chosen strand
Deck Crew
Level 3
942.342 Vessel Operations and Maintenance (5 credits)
Contribute as a deck hand to shipboard maintenance and repair.
Level 4
942.461 Assist Bridge Watchkeeping (20 credits)
Contribute to a safe navigational watch.
942.462 Cargo Operations and Storing (5 credits)
Contribute to handling of cargo and stores.
942.463 Assist Deck Watchkeeping (5 credits)
Contribute to the safe operation of deck equipment and machinery.
942.464 Proficiency in Survival Craft (PISC) (5 credits)
Operate survival craft and rescue boats.
Optional course
942.477 Marine Dangerous Goods (5 credits)
To develop student’s knowledge of the principles involved in ship operations carrying hazardous cargoes in solid or bulk form.
Further training or study
If you want to become a deck (nautical) officer you can continue onto further study with:
Upon successful completion of this programme, you can pathway onto a Chief Mate or Master of a vessel with a:
Career opportunities
Combined with sea time, this certificate leads to careers as Deck Watch Rating (DWR).
Completion of this certificate leads to entry into the New Zealand Diploma in Nautical Science (Level 6).
DWR trainee, DWR qualified (after two months at sea) and AB qualified (after 14 months at sea).
For potential salaries visit careers.govt.nz.
Ready to secure your future?
Information is correct as at 3 November 2022. Programme fees are based on a full-time student and may vary depending on your final selection of courses that make up your programme. To provide you with an indication of costs, the approximate fees quoted in this publication are based on the indicative 2023 fee structure. The indicative programme fees for 2023 do not include the Compulsory Student Services Fee (CSSF). The CSSF is an additional levy to your 2023 programme or course fees. Further information about the CSSF can be found here www.manukau.ac.nz/cssf. Programmes stated as eligible for free study in 2023 are based on the 2022 fee structure and subject to funding confirmation for 2023. All fees are in New Zealand Dollars. You will be advised of the current fees at the time of enrolment. All courses and programmes will proceed subject to numbers and academic approval. Manukau Institute of Technology is part of Te Pūkenga – New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology. Te Pukenga is accredited under the provisions of the Education and Training Act 2020. International students must study in class and will not be able to enrol for online study options.