warfare

Im currently applying for the role of mine clearance diver, the waiting list correct as of today is till 2021, which the AFCO told me they received on the friday just gone. I have booked in for my PADI open water course, starting in 2 weeks to try get as much dive experience as possible before...

Hi all, I failed AIB today. None the less extremely happy as I learnt alot about myself from the process! I've been advised to reapply for officer after serving 2 or 3 years to build confidence regarding group discussions and putting my ideas on the table. I was told to go down the path as...

Hi all, I’m new to this site so please bare with me haha. I’m currently in the process of looking at different roles. I really want to become a warfare officer. However I don’t have a GCSE grade C in maths (I have every other qualification needed) so I was wondering, am I able to join as a...

Alright guys I'm week 2 going into week 3 anyone have any questions about weeks 1 and 2 or anything else fire away.

Alright guys I'm week 2 going into week 3 anyone have any questions about first 2 weeks or anything else fire away.

Hi all, I have recently swapped from WS to ETWE and am now waiting for my new dates for HMS Raleigh and my PRNC. I am wondering if anyone has anymore in depth knowledge of ETWE training at HMS Collingwood I have seen the basics but just wondered if anyone had anymore knowledge on it so I know...

Hi all, I am currently at the stage of the PRNC and have applied as a warfare specialist, my careers adviser rung me the other day asking if i would like to become an engineer as I have the score for this branch I said I would think about it.... I need your help do I stay as WS or change to...

Can I get any recommendations on watches to buy for HMS Raleigh, basic training please? Thank you.

Hi I'm just about to go to Raleigh in a few weeks and need the following questions answered: 1) Are showers at HMS Raleigh private? 2) Do you get ANY leave for the duration of your Phase 1 training? 3) How many persons in one dorm? Any answers would be hugely appreciated! Thanks.

So this week I passed my AIB with a near perfect score, the Board President said it was the best score he had seen from a potential Warfare candidate in a fair few years. He is also more than confident that I will be selected for the May intake. I was just wondering what happens now while I...

I know there are posts out there about being a WS but they all seem fairly old (posted around '08, '09). I've read about Phase 1 training and what really happens. However, cannot find anything on Phase 2. - What do you actually do? - What is in the training? - Where is the training? - Do you...

Hi, I've recently passed my PJFT In 10:30. I'm waiting for my AFCO to get in touch with me and give me my date for my Sift Interview. I was wondering if anyone else has applied and is at the same stage as me, I've been told to expect a January intake with a view to me completing my AIB in...

Could anyone explain the reasons for some roles being high priority? the reason behind the lack of numbers in the HP branches job roles?

Hi All, Applied for officer and after sitting the recruit test was informed my English Skills in the test wasn't up to standard but my Maths and Mechanical Comprehension was the best out of the group sitting it with 100% in Maths. I was given the option of resitting the recruit test in 3...

I'm currently going through an application to join the navy as a warfare specialist and was wondering if anyone could tell me how long deployments tend to be for a job like that.

Hello all, The thing that killed the cat is bugging me again so I thought I'd post about it here. While it'll be a while for me (hoping all goes to plan), I was just curious as to what happens to RNR officers once they've completed the initial training element? Only been told very vaguely and...

I want to join the Royal Marines next year. I also want to go to war. Are they currently fighting in any wars, or are there any upcoming wars. - Thanks

I had a look around but still can't find a few bits of info relating to the role of a divisional officer. I have passed AIB and am waiting for a place at Dartmouth as a warfare officer. Would I be immediately made a divisional officer when I am placed on my first ship or is this only after the...

This is just my personal experience, and will be updated as I progress throughout my career as a potential Warfare Specialist - this is to give you an idea of timescales and other waiting times that you may experience during your application. Firstly, about me - I'm a 16 year old male in good...

Hi all, I have lived in France since i was 8 (now 20) but was born in England, and i'm planning on moving back to join the Royal navy and would like some help answering some questions. -Will i have any problems joining up on account of not having a UK residence and having lived out side of the...