Residential Programmes

At its campus, TMI offers both short duration certificate courses as well as longer term programmes that culminate in the award of a university degree. The short courses are either focused, training oriented units that aim to develop or enhance specific skills and competencies, or intensive study units designed to review a particular knowledge base.

Degree Programmes

The degree programmes primarily prepare the students for a career in the maritime industry but are generally designed to impart a holistic education that produces problem solvers with a strong foundation in theoretical principles and a strong practical skill set, capable of successfully pursuing careers in other areas.

Theory and Practice

The curricula for all campus based programmes have an appropriate mix of classroom sessions, laboratory experiments, practical training and project work. Most programmes provide for about 32 hours per week of structured contact with the faculty. In addition the students are expected to prepare for the ground to be covered during the contact sessions and for evaluation tests. Students are also required to complete projects and assignments that are to be undertaken individually or in groups. When taken together with the extra-curricular and co-curricular activities, TMI programmes entail a very rigorous regimen.

Facilities and Infrastructure

The residential programmes at TMI are carefully designed to take maximum advantage of the facilities and infrastructure available, to enhance the learning experience and to build a culture of teamwork and professionalism. The curricula places a great emphasis on laboratory work, practical workshop training and projects to reinforce theory and build confidence within the students in their own ability to accomplish what they will be required to do in the real world. The engineering infrastructure of the campus also provides a unique opportunity for TMI students to develop practical watch-keeping skills through participation in the operations of the variety of systems present.

Internships

The commitment to practical training does not end there. TMI's residential undergraduate degree programmes also include an industry internship component. During this period, which spans a minimum of one academic semester, the students are expected to work as trainees onboard ships or in related shore based organisations where they can participate in real world operations. This experience is intended not only to strengthen technical competencies and practical work skills but also to expose the student to elements of the safety imperative, conservation and professionalism while he/she is most receptive to learning as a student.

A Step Ahead

The superior preparation that TMI provides in these practical aspects places its graduates at a distinct advantage on a ship. A new officer candidate who is able to contribute effectively to the ships operations is greatly valued. In this respect TMI students have already made a mark for themselves and this has led to a high level of acceptance of TMI education within the industry.

Distance Learning Programmes

TMI also extends the reach of its very successful academic model to the ship via highly effective distance learning programmes designed for cadets and junior officers. These seafarers are able to benefit from a structured education that seamlessly dove-tails with their professional activities and progress, culminating in the award of a college degree, without a multi-year attendance at a shore-based institution.

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