OpenFieldDiploma in Oceans Technology Admission & Co-op Placement
Direct-entry technical diploma with mandatory paid marine industry co-op work term across the Halifax marine research corridor.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Grade 12 Academic English and Grade 12 Advanced Math (Pre-Calculus recommended)
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.0 overall with minimum 5.5 in each component
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Demonstrated interest in marine technology and electronics statement
- Recommendation letters
- Two professional or academic references
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Paid industry cooperative education term (CAD $18–$24/hour)
- Application fee
- CAD $75 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- CAD $12,870/year (International) / CAD $3,920/year (Nova Scotia resident)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- March 31, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Nova Scotia Community College (Ivany Campus) documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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