Academic structure, teaching phases, and curriculum for Bachelor's Nautical Science at Indian Maritime University.
B.Sc. Nautical Science — Chennai Campus
IMU statutory ordinances specify English as the medium for its schools and affiliated institutions. The 2026-27 prospectus also explicitly confirms English instruction.
Teaching phases
3-year regular programme at Chennai
Residential nautical study combines navigation, ship operations and practical or simulator learning; further professional certification has separate requirements.
Tuition fee and hostel estimate
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Year-wise cost data is not currently published for this program.
Training & support
Practical training & industry exposure
The university describes shipboard, workshop and simulator learning for marine engineering and nautical study. Naval architecture programmes focus on ship design and construction; the maritime logistics BBA has an apprenticeship component. Coursework, practical training, required sea service and professional competency certification are different stages. Admission or graduation does not guarantee a shipboard placement, licence or job.
