Chief Mate Deck UK COC (Unlimited II/2)
Oceanlink Maritime College (OMTC), in collaboration with City of Glasgow College (COGC), UK, provides guidance and preparatory training for qualified Officer of the Watch (OOW) certificate holders seeking to obtain the UK MCA Chief Mate Deck Certificate of Competency (Unlimited II/2).
This management-level qualification prepares deck officers for senior leadership positions onboard merchant vessels and serves as an important step towards obtaining a Master Unlimited Certificate of Competency.
Career Progression
- Chief Mate Unlimited (II/2)
- Master Unlimited (II/2)
- UK MCA Management Level Certification Pathway
- Collaboration with City of Glasgow College, UK
- Structured 3+6 Blended Learning Route
- Academic Studies in India & UK
- MCA Oral Examination Preparation
- NOE Guidance & Documentation Support
- Visa & Travel Assistance
- Dedicated Physical Coaching at OMTC
- Continuous Support Throughout the Process
Candidates should generally possess:
- Minimum 12 months sea service as a Watchkeeping Officer
- Valid OOW Unlimited Certificate of Competency (II/1)
- Sea service on vessels generally above 80 GRT / 24 metres
- Navigational watchkeeping certificates supporting sea service
- Valid CDC and Sea Service Testimonials
Additional Advantages
- No IELTS requirement
- No mandatory academic qualification requirement for eligibility assessment
Eligibility remains subject to MCA UK approval and applicable regulations.
Program Structure
Phase 1 – India (3 Months)
- Academic Study (Module 1)
- MCA Oral Examination Preparation
- HELM (Management Level)
- Proficiency in Medical Care
- Either ECDIS or NAEST (Operational Level)
Phase 2 – United Kingdom (6 Months)
- Academic Study (Module 2)
- Assessment of Academic Units
- NAEST (Management Level)
- MCA Competency Examination Preparation
- MCA Competency Examinations
The program follows a blended learning model combining classroom preparation in India with advanced academic studies and examinations in the United Kingdom.
Documents Required
Candidates may be required to submit:
- Passport Copy
- CDC Copy
- OOW Certificate of Competency
- Sea Service Testimonials
- Navigational Watchkeeping Certificates
- ECDIS Certificate
- Advanced STCW Certificates
- Medical Certificate
- Passport Size Photographs
- PAN Card
- Aadhaar Card
- Educational Qualification Certificates (if available)
Additional documents may be requested during the assessment process.
Fee Structure
Approximate Academic Expenses
Phase 1 – India
- Processing Fee
- Academic Study (Module 1)
- MCA Oral Examination Preparation
- HELM (Management Level)
- Proficiency in Medical Care
- Either ECDIS or NAEST (Operational Level)
Phase 2 – United Kingdom
- Academic Study (Module 2)
- Assessment of Academic Units
- NAEST (Management Level)
- MCA Competency Examination Preparation
- MCA Competency Examinations
Estimated Cost
Approximate Academic Cost: INR 14 Lakhs
Additional Expenses
- UK Visa Fees
- NOE Fees payable to MCA UK
- Flight Tickets
- Accommodation
- Food & Living Expenses
- Travel Insurance
- Personal Expenses
Important Note
The above fees are based on the current program structure and may be revised by City of Glasgow College, MCA UK, training providers, visa authorities, or other agencies. Candidates are advised to contact OMTC for the latest fee details before applying.
OMTC provides:
- Eligibility Assessment
- Career Counselling
- NOE Guidance & Documentation Support
- UK College Admission Support
- Visa Assistance
- Accommodation Guidance
- Academic Support & Mentorship
- MCA Examination Preparation
- Mock Oral Preparation
- Continuous Support Till UK COC Completion
Our experienced team assists candidates throughout every stage of the UK COC journey.
Notice of Eligibility (NOE):
NOE is required to appear for oral examination. If the student is applying the UK COC for the first time, he needs to send original copies of all the documents (Except passport), otherwise he can send scanned copies through the Email to MCA.
OMTC assists students in filling out the NOE application form.
Student needs to pay 220 GBP through an International Debit/Credit card.
Documents Required for NOE Application-
1. Hand Written filled NOE Form – MSF_4274 (Latest Version)
(Note- Fill out the NOE form using a black ballpoint pen.
Scan/convert the filled form into PDF format. Share the PDF with us.)
2. Scanned copies of Passport – 1st and last page (color copy)
3. 1 passport size Colored photographs (at least 50KB and no more than 5MB) (color)
4. Scanned copy of Rating Watch-keeping Certificate (color copy)
5. Scanned copy of Certificate of Proficiency (COP) (color copy) OPTIONAL
6. Scanned copy of Continuous Discharge Certificate (Old/New) (color copy)
7. Scanned copy of Sea Service Testimonials/Sea Service Letters (color copy)
8. Scanned copy of Bridge Watch-keeping certificate (color copy)
9. Scanned copy of Elementary First Aid (EFA) STCW A-VI/1-3 (Expired – Refresher) (color copy)
10. Scanned copy of Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities (PSSR) STCW A-VI/1-4 (Expired – Refresher) (color copy)
11. Scanned copy of Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting (FPFF)STCW A-VI/1-2 (Expired – Refresher) (color copy)
12. Scanned copy of Personal Survival Techniques (PST)STCW A-VI/1-1 (Expired – Refresher) (color copy)
13. Scanned copy of Valid Medical Fitness Certificate (color copy)
14. Scanned copy of Acknowledgement copy for payment of £220 to MCA towards NOE application fees (color copy)
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