Welcome and Introduction to FdSc & HNC Operational Yacht Science Welcome to the Foundation Degree in Operational Yacht Science. This programme covers many of the subjects involved in ocean yachting, from marine engineering to yacht design and construction. This industry focused practical course is aimed at people interested in pursuing a career in the yachting industry. Please note: this foundation degree is based at the UKSA centre in Cowes, Isle of Wight and is delivered in partnership with the UKSA Cadetship course by Falmouth Marine School, Cornwall College and awarded by Plymouth University. For more information about UKSA click here There are many aspects of the HNC/FdSc Operational Yacht Science that make it distinctive: 1. Work based: Learning within the yachting environment is central to the programme. Emphasis is given to the practical application of yachting concepts, theories, and techniques, in real at-sea situations. In this programme there are a minimum of four experience based modules. The ‘blended’ implementation of this course enables study to continue whilst working at sea, the modules and course work is written with this in mind so students can research real-time 2. Blended: The programme is delivered full time, via flexibly blended modules, enabling students to maintain their full-time jobs or training schedule whilst increasing their skills and capabilities, and gaining a recognised HE qualification. The blended learning implementation will involve teaching afloat, intensive residential workshops, interactive virtual classrooms, personal ‘on call’ tutors. This programme has been designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge base required to work in your chosen specialism or other graduate opportunities. It is also a platform from which you can undertake additional vocational and academic qualifications. As well as being a student at Falmouth Marine School (Cornwall College) you are also enrolled with University of Plymouth. It is important therefore that you consider the information given here in conjunction with the University of Plymouth student handbook, which will be available on line. You will have the opportunity to take up membership of the University’s Student Union.
Welcome and Introduction to FdSc & HNC Operational Yacht Science Welcome to the Foundation Degree in Operational Yacht Science. This programme covers many of the subjects involved in ocean yachting, from marine engineering to yacht design and construction. This industry focused practical course is aimed at people interested in pursuing a career in the yachting industry. Please note: this foundation degree is based at the UKSA centre in Cowes, Isle of Wight and is delivered in partnership with the UKSA Cadetship course by Falmouth Marine School, Cornwall College and awarded by Plymouth University. For more information about UKSA click here There are many aspects of the HNC/FdSc Operational Yacht Science that make it distinctive: 1. Work based: Learning within the yachting environment is central to the programme. Emphasis is given to the practical application of yachting concepts, theories, and techniques, in real at-sea situations. In this programme there are a minimum of four experience based modules. The ‘blended’ implementation of this course enables study to continue whilst working at sea, the modules and course work is written with this in mind so students can research real-time 2. Blended: The programme is delivered full time, via flexibly blended modules, enabling students to maintain their full-time jobs or training schedule whilst increasing their skills and capabilities, and gaining a recognised HE qualification. The blended learning implementation will involve teaching afloat, intensive residential workshops, interactive virtual classrooms, personal ‘on call’ tutors. This programme has been designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge base required to work in your chosen specialism or other graduate opportunities. It is also a platform from which you can undertake additional vocational and academic qualifications. As well as being a student at Falmouth Marine School (Cornwall College) you are also enrolled with University of Plymouth. It is important therefore that you consider the information given here in conjunction with the University of Plymouth student handbook, which will be available on line. You will have the opportunity to take up membership of the University’s Student Union.
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