Ocean University of Sri Lanka (NIFNE)

Bachelors Degrees BTech. in Aquaculture and Seafood Technology B. Sc. In Marine Engineering B.Sc. In Fisheries and Marine Science B.Sc. In Oceanography B.Sc. In Maritime Transportation Management and Logistics B. Sc. In Coastal and Marine Resources Management Diploma Courses Recreational Water Sports Science (NVQ 6) Recreational Water Sports Science (NVQ 5) Seafood Technology (NVQ 6) Seafood Technology (NVQ 5) Maritime and Logistics Management (NVQ 6) Marine Engine and Machinery Technology (NVQ 5) Maritime and Logistics Management (NVQ 5) Fishing Technology (NVQ 6) Aquaculture and Aquatic Resources Management (NVQ 5) Aquaculture and Aquatic Resources Management (NVQ 6) STCW (Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping) Certificate Courses Pre Sea Training for Deck Rating (Seaman) Pre Sea Training for Engine Rating (Motorman) NVQ Certificate Courses Computer Graphic Designer (NVQ 4) Machinist (NVQ 3) Fishing Gear Repair Assistant (NVQ 3) Fishing Harvest Technician (NVQ 3) Fishing Vessel Skipper (NVQ 4) Welder (NVQ 4) Outboard Motor Technician (NVQ 3 & 4) Wharf Clerk (NVQ 4) Pool Lifeguard (NVQ Level 3) / Surf Lifeguard (NVQ Level 4) Floating Vessels Mechanics (NVQ 4) Scuba Diver (NVQ 3 & 4) Aquaculture Technician (NVQ 4) Computer Application Assistant (NVQ 3) Non-NVQ Certificate Courses (Short-term courses introduced by the Ocean University of Sri Lanka) Ornamental Fish Culture and Management Marine Chart Reading, Communication and Operations of Satellite Navigator Swimming Fishing Vessels Skipper Mobile Courses (Short term outreach programmes which conduct as per the demand) Marine Chart Reading Communication and Operation of Satellite Navigator Post Harvest Technology Repair and Maintenance of Fiber Glass Boats Fishing Gear Repair and Maintenance Repair and Maintenance of Marine In-Board Engines OBM Engine Repair and Maintenance The Ocean University of Sri Lanka (OCUL) was established in 2014 by parliament Act No. 31 04 2014 by repealing the National Institute of Fisheries and Nautical Engineering Act, No. of 1999 with an aim of developing the manpower requirement to achieve the economic benefits of Marine, Maritime, Fisheries and allied sectors. Ocean University unlike other conventional universities in the island is conducting courses both Undergraduate and Vocational level, directly related to the above mentioned sectors. The two academic pathways have been designed to cater the requirement of highly specialized human resources both in academic and skilled sectors with an aim of expanding the Ocean Economy.