Programme

Maritime Operations - Mate Fishing Vessel Limited

This program assists graduates in acquiring their Maritime New Zealand license: Mate Fishing Vessel – Limited.

Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT)

Location

Nelson

Subjects

Engineering and Related Technologies

Qualification Type

Certificate

Study level

Level 4

Duration

24 weeks

Intakes

Feb

Credits

120

International fees

About $25,000

Course description

The Mate Fishing Vessel Limited Strand is designed for individuals currently employed as deckhands on fishing vessels who aspire to advance to managerial roles overseeing fishing operations within coastal and offshore boundaries, specifically up to 200 nautical miles from the New Zealand coastline. Maritime Class Medium 2 Column 1470x980px

This program is ideal for those who possess the Maritime New Zealand Advanced Deckhand – Fishing licence and/or have experience working as a deckhand on a fishing vessel. If you do not have the MNZ Advanced Deckhand – Fishing licence, you will be required to complete a Training Record Book while at sea before enrolling in the program.

Career Prospects

This qualification is highly specialized, supporting careers in both domestic and international maritime sectors, especially in commercial fishing. Here are some of the primary career opportunities available to students:

Mate (Fishing Vessel)
Deck Officer
First Mate

Entry requirements

English Language requirements:

IELTS of at least 5.5 (with no band score lower than 5.0) issued within the last two years, or equivalent.