NATIONAL MARITIME CONFERENCE KENYA 23rd -24th FEBRUARY 2015
Future of Maritime Education and
Training
Prof. Mabel Imbuga
Vice Chancellor,
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and
Technology (JKUAT)
Outline
Introduction
Status of Maritime Education in
Kenya
Requirements for maritime
training
Lessons from JKUAT Experience
Challenges
Conclusions
Introduction
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Maritime trade accounts for 92% of Africa’s international trade
The technology of Marine vessels is becoming more and more
sophisticated
The shipping industry is rapidly growing
Cargo
Oil
Cruise
Fishing
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There are new technologies
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New innovations
New designs
Risk-based approach to operations
Larger size and highly specialized vessels
Emerging security concerns
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Terrorism
Piracy
Marine Environmental degradation
New policies and regulations are being developed in
the international arena to deal with emerging global
challenges encountered in the shipping industry.
Some Factors contributing to growth of Maritime
industry in Kenya
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Preference of sea by global
freighters
Ongoing Expansion of Mombasa
Port, with a new container
terminal
LAPSSET Development
Offshore oil and gas exploration,
drilling
Integration of East African
states, etc
Maritime infrastructure development in
Kenya
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Kenya Vision 2030
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"Kenya aims to be among the 10 long haul tourist
destination in the world offering a high-end, diverse, and
distinctive visitor experience…"
New policies and regulations are being developed in
the international arena to deal with emerging global
challenges encountered in the shipping industry.
Contribution of Seafarers Globally
Contribution of seafarers (%)
35
30
25
20
15
10
5
0
OECD
Eastern
Europe
Africa/Latin
America
Region
East Asia
India
The whole of Africa and Latin America contribute
only 8% of world supply of Seafarers!
Human capital needs for the maritime
industry
There is a growing need to develop human
capital to serve in all areas of the maritime
industry.
 Key areas requiring seafarers include
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Ship inspection and marine survey
Tourism
Surveillance and marine life protection
Fishing
Harbour services, etc.
Status of Maritime Education and Training
Formal training of seafarers in Kenya started
only a few years ago
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Only 3 colleges and 2 universities offer maritime
courses in Kenya
Compare with Phillipines alone, which has over
37 maritime academies, about 20 maritime
training centres and 17 crew manning agencies
and supplies over 20% of the world seafarers.
Status of Maritime Education and Training
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2.
Institution
Courses offered
Bandari College (Under KPA) Diploma in Nautical studies and marine
engineering,
Craft
and
artisan
certificates in in marine and nautical
studies, STCW mandatory courses,
STCW advanced courses, Training for
both Ratings for Deck and Engine
Mombasa Technical Training Craft and artisan certificates in Marine
Institute
Engineering and Nautical studies
3.
Marine
Training
(Kisumu)
School Professional mandatory courses (yet to
be launched)
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Technical
University
Mombasa (TUM)
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Jomo Kenyatta University of BSc. Marine Engineering (other courses
Agriculture and Technology being developed)
(JKUAT)
of Diploma in Marine Engineering and
Nautical Studies
Institutional Requirements for Maritime
training
There are stringent requirements for training that have
been set by the IMO to ensure quality these include:
1. Fully equipped workshops for the Marine Engineering
programme
2. Full mission engine room and deck simulator
3. Lifeboat and lifeboat launching and retrieval simulator
4. On board sea training for the cadets
5. Practical attachment for the students
6. Trained and qualified trainers/ lecturers
Institutional Requirements for Maritime
training
Universities require also accreditation of the
programmes by professional and academic
regulators:
•Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK)
•Commission of University Education (CUE)
(for Marine Engineering programme )
JKUAT Experience
JKUAT developed BSc Marine Engineering programme
in consultation with stake holders:
•First batch was admitted in 2010, and have just
completed their 5-year course work at JKUAT.
•They are now scheduled to go for 6-month Sea
board training in collaboration with Korean
Maritime University and Jooway Shipping
company, From March 2015.
Number of students
JKUAT Experience -students
150
100
50
0
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
Year
Marine Engineering students population
JKUAT Experience -staff
JKUAT has supported staff training in renowned
maritime Universities as follows:
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4 Staff completed MSc Course at Shanghai Maritime
University
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1 Staff completed MSc Course at Dalian Maritime University
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3 staff currently taking MSc at Dalian Maritime University
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2 staff currently taking MSc at Harbin Engineering University
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2 preparing for study at Korea Maritime and Ocean University
JKUAT Experience - Equipment
Some equipments already
acquired
In the process of procuring
major equipment
Deck simulator
Engine room simulator
Life boat launching and retrieval simulator
JKUAT Experience – Collaborating institutions
(Kenya)
• KMA
• NYS
•KEMFRI
•KPA
JKUAT Experience – Collaborating institutions
(Abroad)
• Korean Maritime Ocean University
• Shanghai Maritime University
•Dalian Maritime University
JKUAT Experience – The training programme
Physical fitness and discipline training at NYS
JKUAT Experience – The training programme
STCW Mandatory training at Bandari College
JKUAT Experience – The training programme
The 5 pioneer marine engineering students have been admitted to Korea
Maritime and Ocean University under a MOA between JKUAT and Jooway
Shipping and KMOU for 6-month seaboard training from March to 2015
Training
Ship at
KMOU
Signing of MOA on 11th February
in Korea
JKUAT Experience – Challenges
Some of the main the challenges affecting the training
include:
1. Lack of training ship for the student to undertake
sea- board training
2. Scare resource to purchase some of the requisite
equipment for the training of the marine Engineering
students
3. Places for attachment of students still a major
problem
Future of MET in Kenya
For the success of Maritime education and training in Kenya,
it will be necessary to strengthen collaboration with
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The Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure
Ministry of Education, Science and Technology
Kenya Ports Authority
Kenya Defence Forces (Kenya Navy)
other institutions of Higher Learning and tertiary colleges
local and international private companies
Conclusion
Institutions engaged in maritime education and training
should have a working plan on the training of the teaching
staff and engaging experts from other countries to aid in the
building of capacity
Institutions offering maritime education should embrace
research and postgraduate training in order to stimulate
development and maintain global standards.
The Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure should
play a major role in the acquisition and running of a
training ship to be shared by all the training
institutions.
Conclusion
The national government through the ministry of
Transport and Infrastructure and Ministry of
Education, Science and Technology should facilitate
their acquisition so as to enable the country tap the
market within the region.
Facilitating the marine education and training will
evidently help achieve one of the main objectives of
the government, that is, to create employment for
the youth. This will in turn make a leap towards
realizing the Kenya Vision 2030.
Conclusion
With the support of the national
government, Kenya can take a leading
role in driving the maritime industry in
this region
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