Diploma holders shall  have to undergo a 1 year pre-sea course in any dg approved institutes. They have to complete a minimum sailing of 18 months on a vessel above 500GRT which is mandatory and then approach for their written and oral exams to become Nautical Officer.



However, On Contrary, Bsc students shalll undergo 3 years in any of the DG approved institute and have to complete a minimum of 12 months sailing on a vessel above 500GRT. Only Then they will give the written and oral exams for second mates.



Adding on after the completion of the 3 year degree sfudents shall get a convocation certificate so they can pursue any other course if they wish so.





Hence, Bsc Nautical Scienec is best option in this case.