BANDARI MARITIME ACADEMY

Vision: A World Class Centre for Maritime Education and Training

Mission: To Provide Competent Maritime Human Resource for Sustainable

Development

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➢ 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 • Professionalism

• Patriotism • Non-Discrimination and Protection of the Marginalized
• Good Governance • Integrity, Transparency and Accountability
• Human Dignity • 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.

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➢ Core Training Programmes

1. School of Nautical Science

Course Duration Minimum Examining Fee Per Module

Requirements Body (Kshs)
Diploma in Nautical 3 years KCSE Grade C- KNEC 140,000.00
Science (Modular) (Minus)
Craft Certificate in 2 years KCSE Grade D KNEC 125,000.00
Nautical Science (Modular) (Plain)

2. School of Marine Engineering

Course Duration Minimum Examining Fee Per Module

Requirements Body (Kshs)
Diploma in Marine 3 years KCSE Grade C- KNEC 140,000.00
engineering (Modular) (Minus)
Craft Certificate Marine 2 years KCSE Grade D KNEC 125,000.00
Engineering (Modular) (Plain)

3. School of Maritime Transport Operations

Course Duration Minimum Requirements Examining Fee Per Module

Body (Kshs)
Diploma in 3 years KCSE Grade C- (Minus) or KNEC 120,000.00
Maritime Transport (Modular) Craft Certificate in Maritime
Logistics Transport Logistics
Craft Certificate in 2 years KCSE Grade D(Plain) or KNEC 95,000.00
Marine Transport (Modular) equivalent qualifications
Logistics

4. School of Port Operations Equipment Courses

Course Duration Minimum Requirements Examining Fee Per
Body Module
(Kshs)
Forklift 30 Days Valid Driving License with NTSA 54,000.00
BCE endorsement
Terminal Tractor 50 Days Valid Driving License with NTSA 75,000.00
Driving Course Fork-lift endorsement

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5. School of STCW & Ancillary Training
Course Duration Minimum Requirements Examining Fee Per
Body Module
(Kshs)
STCW Basic Safety 10 Days Open, Seafarers Medical KMA 35,000.00
(Mandatory)
STCW Revalidation 5 Days Serving Seafarers {STCW Ch. VI, KMA 20,000.00
Sec. A, Table A-VI/1-1 1-2,1-
3,1-4, AV1/5&V16
Coxswain Level III 20 Days Anyone interested in learning KMA 60,000.00
basic & safe operations of a boat
Survival Craft and 5 Days Serving Seafarers {STCW Ch. VI, KMA 25,000.00
Rescue Boat Course Sec. A, Table A-VI/1-1 1-2,1-
3,1-4, AV1/5&V16
Elementary First Aid 2 Days Open KMA 9,500.00
Personal Survival 2 Days Serving Seafarers KMA 10,000.00
Techniques
Fire Prevention & 2 Days Serving Seafarers KMA 9,500.00
Fire Fighting
Personal Safety & 1 Day Serving Seafarers KMA 9,500.00
Social Responsibility
Security Awareness 1 Day Serving Seafarers KMA 3,500.00
Course

6. General Engineering Courses

Course Duration Minimum Examining Fee Per
Requirements Body Module
(Kshs)
Craft Certificate in 2 years KCSE Grade D KNEC 125,000.00
Electrical Engineering (Modular) (Plain)
Craft Certificate in 2 years KCSE Grade D KNEC 125,000.00
Mechanical Engineering (Modular) (Plain)
Electrical Installation 9 Months KCSE/KCPE NITA 75,000.00
(Wireman) Class III
Welding & Metal 9 Months KCSE/KCPE NITA 75,000.00
Fabrication (Arc Welding)
Class III
Refrigeration & Air 9 Months KCSE/KCPE NITA 75,000.00
Conditioning Class III
Solar Technology Class III 9 Months KCSE/KCPE NITA 75,000.00

Plumbing Class III 9 Months KCSE/KCPE NITA 75,000.00

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7. Maritime Security Short Courses

Course Duration Target Groups Fee Applicable

Marine Domain 3 Days • Government Agencies 36,000.00

Awareness (M.D.A)
• Private Sector entities
• Academic and Research Institutions
• Non-Governmental Organizations
(NGOs)
• Community-Based Organizations (CBOs
• Maritime Professionals and Practitioners
• Law Enforcement Agencies
• Environmental and Conservation Groups
• Emergency Response and Search and
Rescue (SAR) Teams
• Coastal Communities

Illegal Unregulated 2 Days • Fisheries Enforcement Agencies and Of- 24,000.00

unreported Fishing ficials
• Government and Regulatory Bodies
• Legal and Judicial Professionals
• Maritime and Coastal Communities
• Educational Institutions
• NGOs and Civil Society Organizations
• Industry and Private Sector
• Media and Communication Professionals
• Academic and Research Institutions
• Tourism Industry
• Customs and Trade Officials

Marine Pollution 3 Days • Environmental and Conservation Agen- 36,000.00

(Marpol) - Advanced cies
• Government and Regulatory Bodies
Marine Pollution 2 Days 24,000.00
Advanced (Marpol) • Educational Institutions
- Basic • Fishing and Aquaculture Industry
• Coastal Communities
• Tourism Industry
• NGOs and Civil Society Organizations
• Industry and Private Sector
• Academic and Research Institutions
• Media and Communication Professionals
• Local Government Authorities

Search and Rescue 3 Days • Government and Regulatory Bodies 36,000.00

(SAR)
• Educational Institutions
• Fishing and Aquaculture Industry
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 • Coastal Communities
• Tourism Industry
• Industry and Private Sector
• Academic and Research Institutions
• Local Government Authorities

8. 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

Ship in the Box’ for Nautical and Security Officers Training Diving platform for Nautical science practical’s

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 website.
For further information, please reach using the contacts here below:
Contact Information
Director/CEO +254 746 795 831 +254 100 404 438
Bandari Maritime Academy Building, Email: admissions@bma.ac.ke
Bishop Makarios Close Website: https://bma.ac.ke
P.O Box 99469-80107
Mombasa-KENYA
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