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UndergraduateDiploma of Higher EducationUCAS: H502

Nautical Science

University of West London
Lowestoft, England
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1 yearDuration
N/ATuition Fee
N/ATuition Fee
86%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in computing and information technology with the DipHE Nautical Science at University of West London. Based in Lowestoft, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. As an experienced seafarer enrolled on our Higher National Diploma Nautical Science course at our Lowestoft campus, you will benefit from a forward-thinking curriculum designed to fully prepare you for the dynamic and ever-evolving maritime industry. Extensive simulator-based training is central to the course, providing a safe, controlled environment for you to develop the critical skills you'll need for your career as a deck officer, operations manager or other roles within the maritime sector. This hands-on experience is complemented by practical training at sea, where you will apply your... A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 99% student satisfaction rating, and a 90% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Maritime Navigation and Chartwork
Ship Operations and Seamanship
Maritime Safety and Environmental Protection
Bridge Resource Management and Leadership
Maritime Law and Regulations
Marine Engineering Systems and Technology
Simulator-Based Vessel Operations
Maritime Business and Port Operations
UCAS Code:H502
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic51

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

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Fees & funding Funding: UK Funding: International Please note:Fees for the 2026/27 academic year and onwards may be subject to Government regulation and change.Tuition fees are charged for each year of your course. If your course runs over 2 academic years or more, you will need to pay the fee for each academic year at the start of that year, except if otherwise stated.If no fee is shown above then the fees for this course are not available yet. Please check again later for updates. Funding your

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Graduate Outcomes

Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of West London

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
3 years£23,500£29,500£33,000
5 years£27,000£34,500£40,000

UK subject average: £37,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation 20% below UK average salary
This course
£29,500
UK average
£37,000
Salary 5 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£34,500
UK average
£37,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £5,000 from year 3 to year 5

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH10-03-04 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

75%Working
5%Work & Study
15%Seeking Work
40%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Broad subject area average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
86%
Learning opportunities
87%
Assessment and feedback
82%
Academic support
83%
Organisation and management
81%
Learning resources
88%
Student voice
82%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
75%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: Broad-subject-area average for this provider

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