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REGIONAL MARITIME UNIVERSITY,

ACCRA [RMU]

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ADMISSION BROCHURE

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Regional Maritime University

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3.0 CERTIFICATES OF IDENTITY (ATTESTATION)

A witness must sign the attestation on the Admission Form he/she should also certify both sides of the photographs of the applicant without obliterating the candidates identity. Care should be taken not to write on the candidates face. The witness must be one of the following persons.

a) A clergyman or an Imam b) A Senior Public Officer c) A Registered Medical Officer d) A solicitor e) The Head of a recognized Training College or Secondary School. Applicants who are still in School should have their current Principal‟s witness and attest them.

3.1 ACKNOWLEDGMENT CARD The Applicants name, address, and Form Number must be written on the Acknowledgment Card.

3.2 COURSES Applicants who restrict their choices to only one course should note that they would put themselves at a disadvantage during the admissions exercise.

SUBMISSION OF COMPLETED APPLICATION FORMS

Completed application forms together with two (2) photocopies each of any certificate or result slips, birth certificate/baptismal card and RMU official receipt/ Post Office receipt/Pay-in-slip issued on purchase of the application form should reach the Office of the Registrar not later than FRIDAY, MAY 18, 2012

For further information, please contact:

The Registrar

Regional Maritime University

Post Office Box GP 1115, – Ghana

Telephone Numbers: +233 302 714070 / 712343 / 712775

Fax Numbers: +233 302 714070 / 712047

E-mail Address : [email protected]

Website : www.rmu.edu.gh

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INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO COMPLETE APPLICATION FORMS REGIONAL MARITIME UNIVERSITY [RMU]

INTRODUCTION ADMISSION BROCHURE

These notes are provided so that applicants can complete the forms provided along with this BRIEF HISTORY OF REGIONAL MARITIME UNIVERSITY booklet without much difficulty. Candidates are therefore expected to read through this booklet very carefully before completing the Application Forms. BACKGROUND

1.0 CANDIDATES SHOULD NOTE THE FOLLOWING: The Regional Maritime University (RMU), Accra, Ghana, is an internationally accredited tertiary 1.1 The University will not process any form completed without adhering to the instructions and regulations set out hereunder. institution with full diplomatic status. She attained full University status on the 25th of October,

1.2.1 The University will not enter into correspondence regarding the failure of any 2007. application or the placement of applicants. The RMU occupies the premises of the old Ghana Nautical College which was established in 1958 2.0 INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING FORMS st 2.1 Each candidate is required to complete and return the following. to train ratings for the erstwhile State Shipping Corporation (Black Star Line). On 1 October, a) One Application Form 1982, the Government of Ghana promulgated the Regional Maritime Law 1982 which was b) Two EMS Envelopes c) One Acknowledgement Card followed by the signing of the instrument of transfer, handing over the College to the then Ministerial Conference of West and Central African States on Maritime Transport (MINCONMAR), 2.2 All Completed Application Forms must be accompanied with a) Four identical passport-size photographs with names written on the reverse side. now known as Maritime Organization of West and Central (MOWCA), which negotiated for b) Photocopies of all School Certificates / Statement of results relevant to this its regionalization. The College was then re-named The Regional Maritime Academy application. th c) Photocopy of Birth Certificate / Sworn Declaration of age enclosed. (R.M.A.). The formal inauguration of the R.M.A. took place on Thursday 26 May, 1983 with d) Photocopy of receipt issued on purchase of Form. the following countries as founding members: Republics of , , Ghana, e) Two self-addressed EMS Envelopes (The Form No. should be written on the top left hand corner of each envelope). and . f) Evidence of Sea or Industrial Certificate. The overall objective for the establishment of RMA was to promote regional co-operation in the 2.3 The information supplied on all copies of the forms MUST be identical. maritime industry focusing on the training to ensure the sustained growth and development of 2.4 Any request for changes of courses after the submission of entries may not be granted. the industry. The RMU also maintains the same overall objective.

2.5 Applicants are allowed a choice of two courses arranged in order of preference.

2.6 Any change of address should be communicated immediately to the Registrar. ACHIEVEMENTS Applicants should give contact addresses which would be valid as at the time of the Dedicated to the consistent development of human capital in the maritime industry of the sub- admission. region and beyond, the University has trained thousands of personnel for the maritime and allied 2.7 ACADEMIC RECORD Applicants must give full and honest information about the institutions they attended, industries. the period of attendance and their examinations results under the respective spaces provided. In all cases, the examination number (s) and date(s) must be stated. Any Also, the RMU is ISO9001 Quality Management System certified. The University has developed incomplete, false or misleading entry will result in the rejection of the application or its cancellation if earlier accepted. and maintained its Quality Management System based on the requirements of ISO 9001:2008 and has been certified as such since 2007. The quality of education and training provided is 2.8 DECLARATION OF APPLICANTS The declaration provided on the application form must be signed in the applicants usual therefore guaranteed. signature. Applicants should realise that in signing this declaration they have freely entered into an undertaking which is binding and final. VISION

2.9 RECEIPTS “Within the next decade, the Regional Maritime University (RMU) will be known and recognized Applicants should enter the purchase receipt number on the form in the spaces as the tertiary institution of first choice in advanced maritime education and training, research provided. and consultancy in Africa and beyond”. The photocopy copy of the receipt must be enclosed in the form

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MISSION The Regional Maritime University is a sub-regional tertiary institution that exists to enhance the iii. PRE-SEA VOCATIONAL TRAINING/GENERAL PURPOSE RATING PROGRAMME development of the maritime transport sector and the fishing industry in member states through Entry Requirements: Middle School Leaving Certificate or Basic Education Certificate the maritime education of students, training of marine personnel, research and consultancy and (JHS/JSS), Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE), WASSCE, GCE 'O' promotion of maritime co-operation. Level or equivalent Technical Certificate or HND. The hallmarks of its operations are meeting international standards, teamwork, discipline and The above programme is endorsed by the Ghana Maritime Authority as a pre-requisite professional integrity. for the issuance of the Seaman's Discharge Book.

QUALITY POLICY Admission into all upgrading programmes is subject to clearance from the Ghana Maritime Authority. The Regional Maritime University is committed to the efficient and effective utilization of its resources to continually improve its Quality Management System in the provision of maritime SALE OF APPLICATION FORMS education and training that meet prevailing international standards. (a) A set of application forms together with a brochure and two (2) EMS pre-paid envelopes can be obtained at the cost of Seventy Ghana Cedis [GH¢70.00] This quality policy shall be communicated and understood within the organization and periodically or Forty-Five US Dollars [$45.00] from the sale centres indicated against the under-listed Member States: reviewed to meet the quality objectives and overall corporate goals of the institution. Cameroon: Cameroon Maritime Administration, Douala OBJECTIVES The Gambia: Gambia Maritime Administration, Banjul The objectives of the University are as follows: Ghana: Finance Office, Regional Maritime University, Nungua-Accra; - Regional Post Offices; i. To develop a comprehensive and liberal programme of maritime education and - Ghana Commercial Bank and Bank Branches. training to match modern technological innovations associated with shipboard Liberia: Liberia Maritime Authority, Monrovia. Sierra Leone: Sierra Leone Maritime Administration, Freetown operations and the fishing industry;

ii. To prepare sea-going officers to assume higher responsibilities on merchant ships (b) A copy of the application forms can also be downloaded from the University‟s website: www.rmu.edu.gh for completion. and fishing vessels; iii. To provide adequate training facilities with a view to promoting the administrative, - Payment of the application fees for the downloaded forms can be made to either of the following RMU account as indicated below: managerial, operational and technical skills of shore-based shipping and ports personnel; (a) Dollar Account Account Name: Regional Maritime Regional iv. To promote maritime co-operation and full participation among Member States; Bank: Ghana Commercial Bank, Foreign Branch, Circle, Accra-Ghana AVAILABLE PROGRAMMES OF STUDY Account Number: 1271520002490 Swift Code: GHCBGHAC A. MASTER OF ARTS (M.A.) PORTS AND SHIPPING ADMINISTRATION

(The M.A Ports and Shipping Administration is run in collaboration with the School of (b) Cedi Account Graduate Studies, University of Ghana) Account Name: Regional Maritime University Bank: Standard Chartered Bank, Branch. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: Account Number: 0100121527901

A Good First Degree (Minimum of 2nd Class Lower Division) in any of the following - Submit completed application forms together with a photocopy of the disciplines: pay-in-slip and other documents required to the address below. Social Business Administration - Application forms not accompanied with the pay-in-slip would not be Other related Discipline from a recognized University plus not less than two (2) processed. years post-qualification working experience in Logistics or Maritime related organization. NB: Candidates writing their WASSCE Examinations in May/June 2012 may also or apply. The highest grade Certificate of Competency for unrestricted service as Master Mariner or Chief Engineer or its equivalent. Information on course fees is available on request.

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5. CLASS 3 DECK OFFICER (UNLIMITED) GENERAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Higher Diploma or above in Nautical Science or equivalent from approved institution, plus Minimum 12 months approved sea-going service on ships not B.Sc. MARINE ENGINEERING/ B.Sc. ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING/ B.Sc. less than 3000 GT. NAUTICAL SCIENCE/ B.Sc. COMPUTER ENGINEERING or Class 2 Deck Officer (Limited) plus Minimum 12 months approved sea-going West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)/Senior service on ships not less than 3000 GT. Secondary School Certificate (SSSCE) Holders: Credit passes in three core or subjects; English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science, plus credit pass in Class 3 Deck Officer (limited) plus minimum 18 months approved sea-going three relevant elective subjects which must include Physics and Elective or Further service on ships not less than 3000 GT. Mathematics. The total aggregate should be 36 or better on the WASSCE scale or or aggregate 24 or better on the SSSCE scale. B.Sc. Nautical Science from approved institution, plus minimum of 12 months or approved sea-going service on ships not less than 3000 GT. General Certificate of Education (GCE) Holders: Credit passes in at least five G.C.E „O‟ Level subjects including English Language and Mathematics, plus at least two 6. CLASS 3 DECK OFFICER (LIMITED) Advanced Level passes in relevant subjects one of which must be Physics. or Holders of GCE „O‟ Level with passes in four subjects two of which must be Other Qualifications: Other qualifications including International Baccalaureate (IB) Mathematics and English Language or any other equivalent qualification plus with a minimum of Passable, IGCSE with a minimum of Grade C, American Grades 12 a minimum of 24 months approved sea-going service in deck capacity on and 13, FTC, City & Guilds Technician Part 3 and Advanced Technician Diploma, etc. in vessels of 500 – 3000 GT. relevant subjects which are equivalent to the SSSCE/WASSCE or the GCE will be or considered. SSSCE qualification with passes in English Language and Mathematics plus a or minimum of 24 months approved sea-going service in deck capacity on Mature Candidates: Mature applicants must: vessels of 500 – 3000 GT. i. be 25 years of age or above at the time of the submission of the application form. 7. CLASS 2 DECK OFFICER (RESTRICTED) -TUGMATE ii. have at least five (5) SSSCE/WASSCE passes or five (5) G.C.E. „O‟ Level passes including English Language and Mathematics plus working experience in relevant G.C.E. „O‟ Level with passes in 4 subjects, 2 of which must be Mathematics and English areas of study. Language or BECE with passes in English Language and Mathematics plus a minimum iii. pass Qualifying Examination in English (Essay, Comprehension, Grammar and of 12 months approved sea service on Tugs and similar ships of not more than 500GT. Usage) Mathematics, a Special Paper in relevant subject area and an interview. E. VOCATIONAL PROGRAMMES B.Sc. PORTS AND SHIPPING ADMINISTRATION & B.Sc. LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT i. MARINE ENGINE MECHANIC (ONE SEMESTER COURSE) West African School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)/Senior Secondary Entry Requirements: Middle School Leaving Certificate/Basic Education Certificate School Certificate (SSSCE) holders: Credit passes in three core subjects; English (JHS), SSSCE, WASSCE G.C.E. „O‟ Level or equivalent. Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies, plus credit pass in any three relevant Elective Subjects. The total aggregate should be 36 or better on the ii. BASIC WELDING AND METAL FABRICATION COURSE WASSCE scale or aggregate 24 or better on the SSSCE scale. or Entry Requirements: Middle School Leaving Certificate or Basic Education Certificate General Certificate of Education (GCE) holders: Credit passes in at least five G.C.E (JHS), Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE), WASSCE, G.C.E 'O' „O‟ Level subjects (including English Language and Mathematics plus at least three Level or equivalent Technical Certificate or HND. passes including General paper at Advanced Level. or

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Other Qualifications: Other qualifications including International Baccalaureate (IB) For the avoidance of doubt, the Regional Maritime University shall adopt the with a minimum of Passable, IGCSE with a minimum of grade C, American Grades 12 following grading equivalences for SSSCE and WASSCE and 13 etc. which are equivalent to SSSCE or GCE will be considered. or WASSCE SSSCE Interpretation Points Mature Candidates: Mature applicants must: A1 A Excellent 1 B2 B Very Good 2 i. be 25 years of age or above at the time of the submission of the application form. B3 C Good 3 ii. have at least five (5) SSSCE/WASSCE passes or five (5) G.C.E. „O‟ Level passes C4 D Credit 4 including English Language and Mathematics plus working experience in relevant C5 Credit 5 areas of study. C6 Credit 6 iii. pass Qualifying Examination in English (Essay, Comprehension, Grammar and Usage) Mathematics, a Special Paper in relevant subject area and an interview. NOTE:

i. Final Admission onto all programmes is based on successful completion PLEASE NOTE (B.Sc. LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT) of physical and medical examination at the Regional Maritime University.

The above programme is jointly run by the Regional Maritime University (RMU) and ii. Candidates for Nautical Science and Marine Engineering must equally Shanghai Maritime University (SMU) China. The First, Second and Fourth years will be run meet the conditions for Cadetship training programme. at the Regional Maritime University, Ghana while the third year will be in Shanghai Maritime University, China. iii. Short listed candidates for the M. A. Programme will undergo a selection interview. Applicants must not be more than 30 years at the commencement of the programme

(August, 2012) iv. All candidates must satisfy specific Departmental requirements in Interested candidates must have the financial capability to pay for a return ticket to China addition to the general requirements. and also their upkeep whilst in China.

ENTRY TO LEVEL 200 OR 300 FOR ALL B.Sc. PROGRAMMES D. PROFESSIONAL/UPGRADING PROGRAMMES

1. CLASS 2/1 MARINE ENGINEER OFFICER (UNLIMITED) Regional Maritime University (RMU) Higher Diploma, Relevant Higher National Diploma and Class 3 Marine Engineer (Unlimited) plus Minimum of 18 months approved holders of qualifications in courses of approved content that have been taken in recognised sea-going service on ship not less than 3000 KW. institutions. These qualifications will be assessed on individual basis to determine point of entry 2. CLASS 3 MARINE ENGINEER OFFICER (UNLIMITED) into the programmes. Higher Diploma in Marine Engineering or equivalent from approved institution, plus Minimum of 12 months approved sea-going service on ships not less than 3000 KW. C. 2 YEAR HIGHER DIPLOMA IN PORTS AND SHIPPING MANAGEMENT or Class 2 Marine Engineer (Limited), plus Minimum 6 months approved sea- SSSCE/WASSCE: Credit passes in five (5) subjects including Core English Language, going on ships not less than 3000 KW. Core Science and Mathematics. or 3. CLASS 3 MARINE ENGINEER OFFICER (LIMITED) G.C.E. „O‟ Level Credit Passes in five [5] subjects (including Mathematics & English Language), plus G.C.E. „A‟ Level passes in any two (2) subjects. Class 1 Restricted Engineer, plus 12 Months Sea going experience or or Credit passes in Core English & Mathematics and any two (2) elective subjects plus a Class 2 Restricted Engineer, plus 36 months sea going experience minimum of four (4) years working experience in the Maritime Industry. or Watchkeepers Certificate plus 36 months approved sea-going experience Mature Students: Mature students with five or more years of established career in (Candidates with this qualification shall be considered on case-by-case basis). the Maritime Industry with a proven ability to undertake the programme may be considered.

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