Course Summary

No environment on Earth is as demanding as the sea. Designing and building vessels and structures that can withstand the wind, waves and salt exposure requires special education and experience. The modern world’s global commerce is largely enabled by the ocean-going technological marvels created by Marine Engineers. This programme has been designed to give the student a broad knowledge of marine engineering, covering essential engineering topics such as mathematics, engineering science and materials, as well as essential managerial knowledge and design methodologies. Students will embark on several design projects throughout the course where they will be able to use Computer Aided Design along with other industry based software to showcase their new found knowledge and skills.

Course Details - Modules

The course includes the following subjects: Level 4, Engineering Mathematics, Engineering Science 1, Engineering Materials, CAD (computer-aided design) Techniques and Designs, Naval Architecture, Management Techniques in Marine Engineering, Level 5 Engineering Science 2, Advanced CAD and FEA (finite element analysis), Engineering Design, Composite Materials for the Marine Environment, Engine Technology and Marine Propulsion Systems, Project.

Course Details – Assessment Method

Assessment will be through a mixture of coursework, in-class tests and examinations.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: P254

Institution code: C83

Campus Name: Main Site

Campus code:

Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements


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Minimum Qualification Requirements

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English language requirements

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Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 0%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 0%

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Fees and funding

Republic of Ireland 3700.0 Year 1
England 3700.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 3700.0 Year 1
Scotland 3700.0 Year 1
Wales 3700.0 Year 1
Channel Islands 3700.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.

Provider information

Kings Road
Devonport
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Plymouth
PL1 5QG

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