A bit of a weird one but do I bring socks to HMS Raleigh and how many do I bring, on the kit list it doesn't mention anything about socks however it mentions underwear so I'm not completely sure whether they provide them or not. Thanks ( during training not on the way there or back I'm not that stupid I know to wear socks in my civvies 😂😂 )
Good evening,
I am due to go to CPC end of July and Im a bit nervous because I am 29 and I worry im going to be the oldest one there.
So im just looking for some insight on CPC and is there a broad range of ages that go each time?
Hi all, I failed my aircrew medical after applying to be ACMN but I am fit for general service. I've been told I have the right to appeal but if I put one in, it's likely going nowhere. So, I need to pick a different role. The aircrew medical was literally the last bit I needed to do before getting a date for Raleigh. I had my heart set on ACMN so I didn't really have much of a back up plan. What other roles give you a lot of responsibility early doors that also gives you a bit of a buzz that I should look into? I can't do any intel/sneaky beaky roles as one of my parents is not a British citizen. For some extra context I'm educated to degree level (didn't score highly enough on the DAA for the officer route before anyone suggests it). Am also a slightly older candidate at 32. Any help/insight would be appreciated.
Heya, I’ve always loved cooking and I love everything to do with the sea so I thought working as a chef for the navy would be the perfect job. I haven’t heard much online about what the job for chefs in the surface fleet would be like, I know the hours are long and the work’s hard…that’s pretty much it. Anyone have any advice? Any warnings or anything similar? Please be completely honest, I wanna know what I’m getting myself into.
Thank you so much <3
I haven't done my CPC yet but I need to do it soon. Is it possible to do my CPC mid august and then go to Raleigh in december. I am not trying to miss GTA 6
Hi all,
Ive read most of the previous threads and as everyone seems to be in a slight haze with how recruitments working (ik youre not supposed to exactly know when officer FSBs are). I’ve passed my AIB for pilot and have my CBAT soon, but I’m thinking of swapping to warfare to get in sooner, as I’ve just left sixth form but understand there’s a backlog for warfare.
would anyone know if it’s harder to pass AIB for pilot than other roles or is it of equal scoring?
my CA said I might have a better chance of competitive selection if they’re going for diversity in the officer intake if they’re wanting a more female uptake, but wondered if swapping to warfare would make my AIB score more competitive in the pool of applicants or if it would make little difference.
TIA!
I’m currently in the recruitment process for Warfare Officer (Submariner) and have just passed my AIB. However, the more I think about it, the less sure I am.
I’ve been looking into the Accelerated Apprentice engineering route because I find engineering more interesting. My only concern is that, as it’s a rating entry, the long-term career ceiling is lower than joining as an officer.
I’ve just finished my A-levels, so I’ll have the qualifications for either route. I’d also rather join straight away than go to university, as I don’t think university is the right path for me.
However, when I mentioned this to my dad, he said joining as a rating might not suit me.
For context, my dad served 28 years in the Army after joining at 16, so I trust his opinion on this sort of thing. He thinks I’ve come from quite a sheltered background and that I wouldn’t enjoy life as a rating. I’ve been privately educated since Year 4, boarded throughout secondary school, and grew up in a very rural area.
However, it’s not like I’m a posh twat. I play rugby for my local club, worked at McDonald’s over the summer, and still have several close friends I’ve known since primary school.
I suppose what I’m really want to know is whether my dad has a point. Would I end up feeling out of place if I chose this route?
I’d also like to hear from anyone with experience of both Warfare Officer (Submariner) and Accelerated Apprentice (Submariner). What are the biggest advantages and disadvantages of each role, and if you had the choice again, which would you choose?
Just wondering what the cpc four days looks like and what you normally get up to and what to expect
Hello, I'm going into the navy as a CIS engineering technician, is the promotional path time similar to other roles or is it quicker, also any tips on the role is highly appreciated thanks.
I'm 36 years old and I recently applied to join the Royal Navy. The role I am applying for has a cut off age limit of 39.
I've reached a place in my life where I am searching for meaning and to be part of something bigger than myself. Growing up I had a real issue with authority and institutions conducting warfare so it was never a path for me as a young man. As I have gotten older I realise for there to be peace in the world there needs to be a strong Great Britain & United States and allies to act as a deterrent with their presence all over the world. The best possible play in warcraft is for there to never be any need for there to be a war and I think we do that pretty well especially all through the 90's when I grew up.
Anyway, I have had some positive comments about this decision of mine. Which has been born out of finding myself unmarried with no kids in a dead end job approaching middle age. But there have been other negative voices, and naturally the negative comments despite there being fewer of them feel like the loudest. So, am I too old to be thinking I can join the Royal Navy? with no past maritime or combat experience whatsoever? Just a thirst to want to go to my grave knowing I didn't settle in life and I did something bigger than myself.
or would I need to learn before I apply.
What benefit would there be to a fast track PO (currently LH) carrying out SRLC prior to POs trade course?
Ie would said person be entitled to wear rank/uniform after SRLC? Is it just a tick in the box?
Hello.
I am currently living in Scotland and had been trying to write a proposal for a charity project involving (predominantly civilian) maritime equipment and provisions surplus in order to apply for a viability assessment with the local food network. However, I am inexperienced with the logistic system language which I require in order to properly communicate the intent behind the proposal and consequently ensure its highest chance of success.
For details please comment.
I can see a fast track option on the website. Is it a struggling to recruit issue or just not hitting recruitment targets or both?
This may be a stupid question but I can't find any specific wording that clarifies it for me.
Would I be allowed to apply for the DSUS while studying an MEng Program, It's confusing whether it counts as an undergrad or a postgrad degree.
I have my CPC in a month and was just wondering what females wear there. On the kit list they sent, it said to wear a polo shirt. Is it strictly polos only or will a shirt or blouse be okay? And what footwear did other women wear as well. Thanks so much
Hi all,
I am going to be going into my final year of a chemical engineering degree this September. I am interested in graduating next July with a BEng and then joining the Royal Navy as Submarine Marine Officer for September 2027, but im not sure if my post-military options would be limited if I did not stay on an additional year to get an MEng. I had a careers appointment at my local AFCO and they said that I would be able to earn nuclear qualifications and potentially a nuclear engineering masters further down the line through the Royal Navy, does anyone have any experience with this? Sorry if this is a bit of a ramble, just feel a bit unsure and can't find much information on the internet. Thank you.
Hey guys, question for this task on the recruitment website. I've only finished my GSCES at the moment, but I don't have my results anymore. How am I supposed to get these certificates back? My exams were across numerous different exam boards too (AQA, EDEXCEL and OCR.)