Bandari Maritime Academy Technical Training Institute Course List, Fees, Requirements, How to Apply
BANDARI MARITIME ACADEMY
Who we are
The Government through Legal Notice No. 233 of 28th November 2018 transformed Bandari College into Bandari Maritime Academy as a Regional Maritime Centre of Excellence for skills development for the Blue Economy. Through the Academy, the Government aims at bridging the huge shortage of qualified Seafarers in Kenya and the region to meet the needs of the emerging Blue Economy sector.
The Blue Economy sector is the next frontier for the economic development of our country.
Bandari Maritime Academy will provide advanced education and training to appropriately- qualified candidates, leading to the award of diplomas and certificates and other such qualifications.
The Academy is located in Mombasa adjacent to the Mtongwe Ferry channel along Bishop Makarios close.
- Our Core Values
| · The Rule of Law
· Patriotism · Good Governance · Human Dignity |
· Professionalism
· Non-Discrimination and Protection of the Marginalized · Integrity, Transparency and Accountability · Sustainable Development |
- Core mandate
The Academy’s mandate is to develop academic and vocational skills and provide competent Maritime Human Resource needed for sustainable growth of the Blue Economy. The Academy is also empowered to implement Government policies on maritime education and training; ensure the highest International Maritime Standards in maritime in Human Resource Development; recommend and advice the Government on the development of relevant legislation to facilitate successful implementation of maritime education and training among others.
Core Training Programmes
- School of Nautical Science
| Course | Duration | Minimum Requirements | Examining Body | Fee Per Module (Kshs) |
| Diploma in Nautical
Science |
3 years
(Modular) |
KCSE Grade C-
(Minus) |
KNEC | 140,000.00 |
| Craft Certificate in
Nautical Science |
2 years
(Modular) |
KCSE Grade D
(Plain) |
KNEC | 125,000.00 |
- School of Marine Engineering
| Course | Duration | Minimum
Requirements |
Examining
Body |
Fee Per Module
(Kshs) |
| Diploma in Marine
engineering |
3 years
(Modular) |
KCSE Grade C-
(Minus) |
KNEC | 140,000.00 |
| Craft Certificate Marine
Engineering |
2 years
(Modular) |
KCSE Grade D
(Plain) |
KNEC | 125,000.00 |
- School of Maritime Transport Operations
| Course | Duration | Minimum Requirements | Examining
Body |
Fee Per Module
(Kshs) |
| Diploma in Maritime Transport
Logistics |
3 years (Modular) | KCSE Grade C- (Minus) or Craft Certificate in Maritime
Transport Logistics |
KNEC | 120,000.00 |
| Craft Certificate in Marine Transport
Logistics |
2 years (Modular) | KCSE Grade D(Plain) or equivalent qualifications | KNEC | 95,000.00 |
| Foundation
Diploma in Shipping |
6 Months | KCSE Grade C- (Minus) or equivalent qualifications | ICS | 45,000.00 |
- School of Port Operations Equipment Courses
| Course | Duration | Minimum Requirements | Examining Body | Fee Per Module
(Kshs) |
| Forklift & Empty
Container handler |
30 Days | Valid Driving License with
BCE endorsement |
NTSA | 54,000.00 |
| Terminal Tractor
Driving Course |
50 Days | Valid Driving License with
Fork-lift endorsement |
NTSA | 75,000.00 |
- School of STCW & Ancillary Training
| Course | Duration | Minimum Requirements | Examining Body | Fee Per Module
(Kshs) |
| STCW Basic Safety
(Mandatory) |
10 Days | KCPE, Serving Seafarers | KMA | 35,000.00 |
| STCW Revalidation | 5 Days | Serving Seafarers {STCW Ch. VI,
Sec. A, Table A-VI/1-1 1-2,1- 3,1-4, AV1/5&V16 |
KMA | 20,000.00 |
| Coxswain Level III | 20 Days | Anyone interested in learning
basic & safe operations of a boat |
KMA | 60,000.00 |
| Survival Craft and Rescue Boat Course | 5 Days | Serving Seafarers {STCW Ch. VI, Sec. A, Table A-VI/1-1 1-2,1-
3,1-4, AV1/5&V16 |
KMA | 25,000.00 |
| Elementary First Aid | 2 Days | Open | KMA | 9,500.00 |
| Personal Survival
Techniques |
2 Days | Serving Seafarers | KMA | 10,000.00 |
| Fire Prevention &
Fire Fighting |
2 Days | Serving Seafarers | KMA | 9,500.00 |
| Personal Safety &
Social Responsibility |
1 Day | Serving Seafarers | KMA | 9,500.00 |
| Security Awareness
Course |
1 Day | Serving Seafarers | KMA | 3,500.00 |
- General Engineering Courses
| Course | Duration | Minimum Requirements | Examining Body | Fee Per Module
(Kshs) |
| Craft Certificate in
Electrical Engineering |
2 years
(Modular) |
KCSE Grade D
(Plain) |
KNEC | 125,000.00 |
| Craft Certificate in
Mechanical Engineering |
2 years
(Modular) |
KCSE Grade D
(Plain) |
KNEC | 125,000.00 |
| Electrical Installation
(Wireman) Class III |
9 Months | KCSE/KCPE | NITA | 75,000.00 |
| Welding & Metal Fabrication (Arc Welding)
Class III |
9 Months | KCSE/KCPE | NITA | 75,000.00 |
| Refrigeration & Air
Conditioning Class III |
9 Months | KCSE/KCPE | NITA | 75,000.00 |
| Solar Technology Class III | 9 Months | KCSE/KCPE | NITA | 75,000.00 |
| Plumbing Class III | 9 Months | KCSE/KCPE | NITA | 75,000.00 |
- Other Auxiliary Services Offered:
- Conferencing facilities available at a cost.
- Executive Accommodation available at a cost
- Hospitality services at a cost
- Swimming Pool for hire
For more information visit our website: www.bma.ac.ke
Important Information:
- Fees not inclusive of VAT, meals, transport or accommodation
- Course commencement is subject to attainment of quorum
- Personal protective clothing (PPE’s) are mandatory for all practical programs
- Students of Maritime Education Training: (Marine Engineering, Nautical Science, Seafarers, STCW Safety and Auxiliary Training) can access funding through the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
- Application details can be obtained from the Academy, HELB regional offices Countrywide or download from the BMA website
- Students can also apply for Diploma & Certificate courses through KUCCPS For further information, please reach using the contacts here below:
Contact Information
Director/CEO
Bandari Maritime Academy Building, Bishop Makarios Close
P.O Box 99469-80107
Mombasa-KENYA
+254 111 773 811 +254 100 404 438
Email: bandarimaritime@gmail.com info@bma.ac.ke.
website: www.bma.ac.ke
