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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.
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
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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 KCPE, Serving Seafarers 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
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7. 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
Bandari Maritime Academy Building,
Bishop Makarios Close
P.O Box 99469-80107
Mombasa-KENYA