View Programme Profile (Academic Year: 2025/2026)
Programme NameCertificate in Maritime Drilling-Well Operation [from 2025 - Maersk and UG Partnership] (16009S)
DepartmentDepartment of Education and Training
FacultyInstitute of Marine and Riverine Ecologies and Economies
Admission CriteriaA minimum of five (5) subjects at CSEC General Proficiency (at least Grade III) or GCSE 'O' level (at least Grade C). These subjects must include, English Language and Mathematics.
OR
Mature applicant (21 years and over) who has evidence of adequate exposure to the maritime sector together with a 'Pass' at the University of Guyana Entrance Examination (UGEE).
OR
Any qualification considered by the University to be equivalent to any of the above in keeping with the approved 'Framework for Equivalent Entry Level Qualifications for Entry into the University of Guyana' AP&PC 18/2021-2022 (R).
Tuition FeeFirst Year - GYD: $228,448 | USD: $5,711
First Year
Semester 1
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
MOP1001 An Overview of the Maritime Sector of Guyana in a Regional and International Context Not Specified 1
MOP1003 IADC Wellsharp Introductory Level Not Specified 0.87
MOP2006 Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) Subsea Basic Not Specified 0.07
MOP2007 Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) Subsea Advanced Not Specified 0.2
MOP2008 Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) Surface Basic Not Specified 0.2
MOP2009 Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) Surface Advanced Not Specified 0.2
MOP2010 Drill Pipe Handling and Management Not Specified 0.1

Total Cost: GYD $228,448 | USD $5,711