Explain the difference and better option between dns and bsc nautical science
Hello,
Study in nautical science can create opportunities for jobs as a marine engineer or navigation officer.
Major Opportunities include becoming a deck or navigation officer.
You can opt for a three-year B.Sc. Nautical Science or Maritime Science course approved by the Director- General of Shipping (DGS)
The fees structure range between Rupees 275000 to 825000.
It deals with techniques and knowledge involved in navigating and operating a ship safely from one point to another.
Its study is a balanced combination of theoretical and practical training.
Nautical Science: Rs 4,80,000 starting salary.
https://university.careers360.com/colleges/list-of-nautical-science-degree-colleges-in-india
1-year Diploma in Nautical Science (DNS) is a pre-sea training course approved by Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) and affiliated to Indian Maritime University (IMU).
After gaining 18 months of sea service period, one may appear for 2nd Mate Exam. After clearing it, one will be able to become 2nd Officer.
bsc is better option for you as it's a full time after that you can join navy. But doing one year diploma may not beneficial as much.
hopefully this helps!!!
The duration of the BSc in Nautical Sciences is a regular degree course at the duration of 3 years. DNS is 1 year course and it compact with only the essentials of Nautical Science. If you want to work in Merchant Navy or related then Diploma in Nautical science course is better as there is no much difference in both the courses. You also spend less money and less time in studying in college.
Colleges which offers DNS Nautical Science in India are mentioned below:
- International Maritime Academy IMA, Chennai
- Haldia Institute Of Maritime Studies And Research, Haldia
- Arunai Engineering College
- T S Rahman, Mumbai
- Trident College of Marine Technology (TCMT), Kolkata.
- Yak Maritime Academy, Navi Mumbai
- Indian Institute of Port Management, Kolkata
Colleges which offers BSc Nautical Science are listed below.
- IMU Chennai Indian Maritime University (IMUC)
- Tolani Maritime Institute
- IMU Navi Mumbai Indian Maritime University
- IMU Kochi Indian Maritime University
- The Neotia University
- Chitkara University, Chandigarh
- Coimbatore Marine College
To know more information about these courses go through below link.
https://www.careers360.com/courses/nautical-science-course
All The Best!!
