This course is designed to give graduates an opportunity to expand their knowledge and research skills in Marine Engineering which deals with on-board machinery and equipment such as engines, propulsion equipment, generators, electrical systems, cargo handling gear and control systems. The main objectives of the course are:
- To produce graduates of high calibre with in-depth knowledge in Marine Engineering capable of making significant contributions to the industry.
- To provide graduate engineers of related disciplines an opportunity to acquire advanced knowledge in Marine Engineering.
- To provide sea-going engineers an opportunity to deepen their knowledge and expand their experience for design, supervision and management roles.
The course has three components as follows:
- Instructional Modules
- Group Project
- Individual Project (MSc only)
Depending upon the background of the students, the curriculum will contain a combination of both the following subjects and the generic modules listed
- Advanced Marine Engineering
- Marine Engineering Simulation and Modelling
- Energy Management Systems
- Inspection and Survey
- Maritime Safety and Risk
- Ship Power Systems and Design
- Marine Environment Protection and Safety
- Marine Transmission and Propulsion Systems
Generic Modules
- Design Management
- Environmental Impact and Sustainability
- Project Work and Project Management
- Information Management
- Finance
- Risk Management
In groups of 3 to 5, students work in ‘consultant teams’ for ten weeks on a practical engineering problem, mirroring how they might work in industry. To conclude their project, students have the opportunity to present their report to a panel of industrial experts. This learning method provides students with much sought after teamworking and communication skills, plus valuable industrial contact.
Those pursuing the MSc then undertake an individual project. Students gain experience in tackling an issue in a methodical manner on a topic from the student’s own interest or from a list assembled from practice. Guidance is provided by one or two supervisors and the dissertation assessed by external examiners. The discipline of in-depth study is a life-long skill that will be valuable in any position that a graduate may take up in their career.
The graduates are prepared for openings in a wide range of challenging and rewarding careers in the marine and related industries. These include design and operation of all types of marine vehicles; project management; systems design; safety management; support services; classification societies and consultancy services.
Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.
Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.
Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.
Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.