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Chief Mate (Unlimited) MCA Oral Exam Preparation Course
Online preparation course for the Chief Mate oral exam, combining structured self-study with interactive materials, live tutor-led oral exam preparation, mock exam questioning, and expert guidance tailored to you.
Onboard Maritime delivers this course online for Merchant Navy officers preparing for the UK's Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) Chief Mate (Unlimited) CoC Oral Examination.
Buy Now and get from 12 months of online course access so you can fit studying around sea-time, with no study leave required compared to traditional college courses.
We also offer MCA Chief Mate Written Exam Prep Courses for Navigation & Stability.
How long does the Chief Mate oral exam preparation course take?
Choose to take either 6 months (part access) or 12 months (full access) for this course. These flexible options are ideal for officers studying towards their Chief Mate oral exam for the first time, as well as candidates requiring re-sit support. Full details of what's included are listed in each tier below.
Chief Mate (Unlimited) Oral Exam Prep Course
PART ACCESS:
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Aimed at officers studying towards their MCA Chief Mate (Unlimited) Oral Exam who require limited support
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6 months access to 30+ online self-study course modules
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Modules aligned to the MCA syllabus covering the knowledge and subject areas required for the MCA Chief Mate Oral Exam
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Study at sea and on the go with our Mobile App (selected offline content)
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Option to purchase one-to-one mock oral exam sessions
Price £795 + VAT
Purchase securely on our learning portal.
Chief Mate (Unlimited) Oral Exam Prep Course
FULL ACCESS:
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Aimed at officers studying towards their MCA Chief Mate (Unlimited) Oral Exam who require personalised support and practice
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12 months access to 30+ online self-study course modules
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4 week block (34 hours) of 'live' group oral exam prep sessions with an expert tutor
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Access to the attended Group Session recordings to watch on demand
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Modules aligned to the MCA syllabus covering the knowledge and subject areas required for the MCA Chief Mate Oral Exam
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Study at sea and on the go with our Mobile App (selected offline content)
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Tailored Tutor support throughout your studies
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Option to purchase one-to-one oral sessions
Price £1490 + VAT
Purchase securely on our learning portal.
What are the benefits of the Chief Mate (Unlimited) Oral Exam Preparation Course?
Engaging Learning Resources & Self Assessments
This course has 30+ modules to work through at your own pace. It includes comprehensive academic notes aligned to the MCA syllabus, self-test quizzes, video explainers, reviews of past papers and access to Witherby Online Library for further reading. It's a comprehensive online learning library to access anywhere, anytime.
4 weeks of 'Live' Group Sessions for MCA Oral Exam Practice
Live group sessions give you a space to practice answering mock exam questions, learn from peers, and target gaps in your knowledge. Small classes means you benefit from personalised attention and plenty of practice opportunities. We help you get comfortable explaining concepts verbally, in a supportive, low-pressure environment. It’ll stand you in good stead when the MCA oral exam comes.
Tailored Learning & Mentorship
Using a flipped classroom approach, our maritime tutors focus on your most challenging areas to maximise your learning time. From your initial course enrolment through to exam time, our tutors are available to help you when you need it.
Video Tutorials to Catch-up On Demand
With full course access you'll get recordings of your own live group sessons to download and revisit whenever you need a refresher.
Mobile App to Learn Anywhere
Study at sea, at home and on the go with our mobile app. Some content can be downloaded in advance and accessed offline, making it ideal to continue your learning while at sea with limited internet connectivity.
Further Learning for Chief Mate Oral Exam Preparation
Needing some extra 1-2-1 support for your MCA Oral Exam prep? Purchase additional subject one-to-one’s or mock orals with our expert Tutors. Contact us if you would like to arrange a 1-2-1 session.
Does this Chief Mate Oral Prep course cover the MCA syllabus?
This course covers 30+ modules structured around the knowledge and subject areas required for the MCA Chief Mate (Unlimited) Oral Exam.
ADMINISTRATION - 9 modules
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9 modules covering everything from surveys and certification to ships security and port state control.
CARGO & NAVIGATION - 9 modules
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9 modules covering many topics including voyage planning to dry and wet cargo.
EMERGENCIES - 9 modules
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9 modules covering things like onboard emergencies, to navigation emergencies and much more.
MISCELLANEOUS
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Additional modules covering topics such as health & safety to enclosed spaces.
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Trustpilot Reviews of Chief Mate Oral Exam Preparation Course
"Chief Mates Orals prep course- FANTASTIC!
All lessons, studying materials and lecturers were great, extremely helpful. Questions were answered promptly. I appreciated and found very helpful that the group lessons were recorded so that I was able to watch them back multiple times throughout the revision process. I would highly recommend this approach to orals preparation and will definitely use myself again in the future!"
Rachel - Previous Candidate for Chief Mate Oral Exam Preparation Course
FAQ's for Chief Mate Oral Exam Preparation Course
Q: Does the Chief Mate Oral Prep course cover the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) syllabus? Yes, this course covers all the content aligned to the MCA syllabus. It covers: ADMINISTRATION: 9 modules covering everything from surveys and certification to ships security and port state control. CARGO & NAVIGATION: 9 modules covering many topics including voyage planning to dry and wet cargo. EMERGENCIES: 9 modules covering things like onboard emergencies, to navigation emergencies and much more. MISCELLANEOUS: Additional modules covering topics such as health & safety to enclosed spaces.
Q: How long does the online Chief Mate oral exam preparation course take? Onboard Maritime provide candidates with flexible access to this course. Choose from full or part access. Full access provides you with 12 months of access to online course modules to work at your own pace before joining an intensive 4-week block of live oral prep sessions with our expert tutors. Part Access provides you with 6 months of access to online course materials only.
Q: How many live oral exam preparation sessions are included? The full course access gives candidates 34 hours of 'live' group oral exam prep sessions over a 4 week period.
Q: Is this course useful for chief mate oral exam re-sits? Yes, this course provides flexible tailored support for resits. Our tutors can help you identify gaps in your knowledge, help you understand complex topics so you can be more confident in your resit exam. We also offer 1-2-1 mock exam oral prep sessions that can help build your confidence before you re-sit the exam.
Q: Can I study for the MCA oral exam while at sea? Yes, this online course is designed to help you study anywhere, anytime. Our Study Planner Tool can help you schedule study hours around work patterns so you keep up the momentum, even when you're working.
Q: How is the online chief mate oral exam preparation course different to traditional college? With Onboard Maritime's online course you won't need to take expensive study leave. Fit studying around work, travel and other commitments. You'll also save money on expensive hotel costs that you may incur using the traditional college route, as all studying is done online.
Q: Does the course include 1-2-1 mock orals? Onboard Maritime offers 1-2-1 mock orals as an add on to this course. Where the group sessions are ideal for expanding your knowledge, learning from peers and practicing answering questions verbally, a 1-2-1 session can provide additional practice under exam conditions, where the focus is entirely on you.
Q: How much does MCA chief mate oral exam preparation cost? The price for full access to the online Chief Mate (Unlimited) Oral Exam Preparation course with tutor sessions and online learning included is £1490 + VAT
Q: What's different about this Chief Mate oral exam preparation course? The difference is we offer a mentorship-style experience. Think of us as your personal tutor. Whether you are struggling with a concept from your early professional studies, or there is something you should know but have forgotten, we are here to help.
Q: What's different about this Chief Mate oral exam preparation course? Full access to this course includes 12 months of online course materials to study at your own pace, plus a 4 week block of live tutor oral preparation sessions in small groups. Plus, with full access, you also get tailored tutor support along the way. So, if you are ever stuck or find a concept tricky to understand, so you needn't wait until the live group session to ask questions. Our Tutors are approachable and helpful to give you the support you need.
Q: What's the latest guidance from the Maritime Coastguard Agency (MCA) about sitting the Chief Mate Oral Exam?
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