Advanced Diploma (Marine Engineering Technology)
STEM Course
2 years
Full Time
Co Op & On Campus
Field of Study:
CA$14,150/Yr
CA$14,150 /Yr
- Advanced Diploma in Marine Engineering Technology at Georgian College is offered as a 3 years (6 semesters) program.
- It is an on-campus, co-op program offered on a full-time basis.
- This is a Transport Canada Marine Safety and Security (TCMSS) approved program.
- Students are immersed in a co-operative marine engineering cadet program designed in co-operation with TCMSS and Canada’s shipping companies.
- Students focus on developing competencies required to function as part of a shipboard marine engineering team.
- The content of the program includes, and is based upon, the TCMSS Engineering Officer Education Training (EOET) program requirements.
- The program involves four academic semesters accompanied by two mandatory co-op terms. Engineering cadets (students) get a total of 210 days of sea time over those two work terms.
- This program is accredited by the Canadian Association for Co-operative Education(CAFCE).
- The final two semesters are open to anyone holding an STCW Reg. III/1 Marine Engineer Certificate of Competency.
- These students can apply for advanced standing exempting them from the first 2 years of the program.
- Upon completion of semesters five and six, students may be exempted from written examinations for 2nd and Chief Engineer Officer.
- The Centre for Marine Training and Research is Canada's most advanced marine simulation and research centre. It recently underwent an extensive $8-million renovation to enhance hands-on training for students.
- Marine companies support this program by providing a variety of inland and coastal placements for cadet work terms, which can lead to employment upon graduation.
- Starting salaries range from 43,500 USD to 52500 USD.
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Important Dates
Event | Application Date |
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Application Deadline For 2023 Intake | |
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | CA$14150 (CAD 14150) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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Housing | CA$7200 (CAD 7200) |
Food | CA$3600 (CAD 3600) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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2022 | CA$7075 (CAD 7075) |
2021 | CA$13783 (CAD 13783) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students have to complete the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent with
- Grade 12 English (C or U)
- Grade 12 Mathematics (C or U)
- Students must provide a valid Transport Canada Marine Medical certificate stating fit for sea service or fit for sea service with limitations.
- For advanced standing entry into the 3rd year (Semester 5 and 6) of the program, the following additional requirements apply:
- Students must complete the Marine Engineering Cadet Training Program in Canada
- Or, students hold a Certificate of Competency as a Marine Engineer issued under the STCW Convention
- Or, Students have an equivalent level of knowledge demonstrated through an interview and portfolio of experience.
- Mature students, non-secondary school applicants (19 years or older), and home school students may also be considered for admission.
- Students who have taken equivalent courses, upgrading, completed their GED, and equivalency testing also get admission to this program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they have any one of the following certificates:
- All-India Senior School Certificate (AISSCE)
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
- Indian School Certificate (ISC)
- Intermediate Examination Certificate
- Pre-University Examination Certificate
- Diploma / Degree certificate Mark sheets for each year of study.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/PTE/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.
Required Document List
Following are the required documents:
- Application form: All international student applications must be submitted through the International Application System (IAS), where program availability is located.
- CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Academic Documents: Students need to show proof of graduation, subjects are taken and grades received.
- Transcript: Students must submit the official marks statements or transcripts that are provided by the college.
- Clinical and field placement forms: Students have to submit documents required prior to the start of registration in order to ensure students' placement and to allow participation in clinical and field placement facilities.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit original or certified copies of English language proficiency test scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
Career and Placement after Course
Possible career opportunities are:
- Ship’s Engineering Officer
- Chief Engineer
- Marine Engineer
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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BrokerFish International student scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Paul Foundation scholarships | Scholarship per studentCA$ 20,174/Yr$20,174 | Level Of StudyDiploma | TypeMerit-Based | |
Collegedunia $150 Scholarship Program | Scholarship per studentCA$ 150/Yr$150 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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Comments
Georgian College accepts PTE Academic as one of the ELP tests required for international admissions. The minimum PTE Academic score requirement for Graduate Certificate admission is 61.
Georgian College offers an Advanced Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology program. Students seeking admission in this program must have Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent with English and Mathematics. International students must have a valid ELP test score as well.
Yes, the program requires IELTS or any other equivalent English language proficiency test score for admission. The language of instruction at Georgian College is English. In addition to the academic admission requirements, if English is not your first language and/ or you are coming from a country where English is not an official language, you must provide proof of language proficiency.