The first to understand. The first to adapt and respond. The first to overcome. Fully integrated with the Royal Navy’s amphibious ships, our Royal Marines can be deployed globally without host nation support - and projected stealthily from the sea to conduct operations on land.
With one of the highest completion rates in the UK, the Royal Navy is rated as a ‘Top 100 Apprenticeship Employer’ and judged by Ofsted to be ‘Outstanding’.
Emphasis is on fitness and stamina. All students must be physically prepared on arrival. Students will also be required to demonstrate the Commando Ethos, Mindset and Qualities. The 4 week Preparation Course run by the Commando Logistics Regiment and takes place at RM Chivenor immediately precedes ...
Colour Perception Standard is to be CP 1 and is defined as: Successfully identification all the transformation and vanishing plates of the 24 plate Ishihara test OR the correct recognition of coloured lights shown through the paired apertures of the Holmes-Wright lantern at LOW brightness at 6m distance in complete darkness.
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You’ll do the unseen and experience the unknown. Wherever life in the Royal Navy takes you, there’s one guarantee: you’ll play a vital role in keeping maritime trade flowing, protecting our nation’s interests and maintaining global peace.
You need to be aged 16 or over to join the Royal Navy. If you're under the age of 18, you’ll need the consent of a parent or guardian. You can find out the age requirements for each job by using our Role Finder.. You can join the Royal Navy if you’re aged 16 to …
The Defence Aptitude Assessment (DAA) is an essential part of the joining process. You will undertake series of tests, which evaluate your knowledge, understanding and performance in key areas vital to career success within the Royal Navy. The tests that form it are recognised as strong indicators ...
Physical Fitness in the Royal Navy. The RNFT ensures that, irrespective of age, gender or rank, Naval personnel are physically fit enough to withstand the physicality of the job and perform their military duties.