About the Program
The Advanced Diploma in Nautical Science (ADNS) is a two-year international maritime education program designed for students aspiring to pursue a career in the Merchant Navy's deck department.
Students complete their first year at Maritime Training Institute (MTI), Karachi, where they develop foundational nautical knowledge, navigation awareness, maritime safety skills, and professional discipline.
In the second year, eligible students continue their academic studies and maritime training at City of Glasgow College, Scotland, UK, building the knowledge and skills needed for their future professional development at sea.
Program Phases
The Advanced Diploma in Nautical Science (ADNS) follows a two-year international study pathway, with the first year in Pakistan and the second year in Scotland, United Kingdom.
Phase 1 – Pakistan
Duration: 12 Months
Maritime Training Institute (MTI), Karachi
During the first year, cadets undertake foundational academic studies and maritime training at Maritime Training Institute, Karachi. This phase focuses on essential nautical knowledge, practical skills, and professional competencies required for further maritime education.
Phase 2 – Scotland, UK
Duration: 12 Months
City of Glasgow College, Scotland, UK
Upon successful completion of the first year and fulfillment of relevant admission and visa requirements, cadets progress to City of Glasgow College in Scotland, United Kingdom, for their second year of academic studies and maritime training. This phase further develops their technical knowledge and professional skills for a future career in the Merchant Navy.
Admission Selection Criteria
Applicants for the Advanced Diploma in Nautical Science must meet the following academic, English language and medical fitness requirements.
1. Educational Qualifications
Applicants must have one of the following qualifications:
- F.Sc. (Pre-Engineering)
- Diploma of Associate Engineering (DAE)
- Intermediate in Computer Science (ICS)
- A-Levels – Applicants must have studied Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.
- F.Sc. (Pre-Medical) – Applicants must additionally pass Mathematics examinations for both Part-I and Part-II.
2. Required Subjects & Academic Equivalency
Applicants must have passed the following subjects at Higher Secondary Education level or equivalent:
- English
- Mathematics
- A Physical Science subject (Physics or Chemistry)
- One additional relevant subject, such as Computer Science.
Applicants with alternative qualifications must meet the equivalent academic requirements. Where clarification or equivalency assessment is required, applicants should consult the College before enrolment.
3. English Language Requirement
- UKVI Academic IELTS is mandatory before admission.
- Applicants must achieve a minimum overall IELTS band score of 5.5, with a minimum band score of 5.5 in Speaking being compulsory.
4. Medical Fitness Requirements
All applicants must be medically fit for a career in the Merchant Navy.
- A pre-admission medical examination is mandatory.
- Medical examination must be conducted at Combined Military Hospital (CMH – Army) or PNS Shifa (Pakistan Navy).
- Applicants must have 6/6 eyesight, with or without glasses, subject to applicable maritime medical standards.
- Applicants must have normal colour vision and must not be colour blind.
- Applicants must not have any physical disability, injury, deformity or medical condition that affects their fitness to perform Merchant Navy duties.
5. Medical Report Verification & Responsibility
- Applicants must submit genuine and accurate medical reports before admission.
- Any fake, forged, misleading or incorrect medical report will be the sole responsibility of the applicant.
- If any medical condition, discrepancy or disqualification is identified during subsequent medical examinations, Maritime Training Institute (MTI) shall not be held responsible.
- Admission is subject to verification of academic documents, English language proficiency and medical fitness.
Start Your Journey Toward a Career at Sea
Join Maritime Training Institute and build the academic knowledge, professional discipline, and practical competence required for a successful career in Nautical Science and deck officer progression.
Maritime Training Institute
Mariners Fairway, 43 Timber Pond, Keamari, Karachi - Pakistan
Tel # 92-(021) 3285-8050 to 8053, Fax: 328508054
Email: info@mti.edu.pk URL: https://www.mti.edu.pk
Advance Diploma Nautical Science & Marine Engineering Course Fee Schedule
2026 - 2027
Advance Diploma
Nautical Science
Annual Fee – One-Time Payment Structure
2nd Year Fee at City of Glasgow College, UK
Advance Diploma
Marine Engineering
Annual Fee – One-Time Payment Structure
2nd Year Fee at City of Glasgow College, UK
Bank statement demonstrating sufficient funds amounting to GBP 10,539 to cover living and personal expenses for the second year of study at City of Glasgow College, United Kingdom.
