Maritime Engineering Science: Naval Architecture MSc
University of Southampton
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Develop in-depth knowledge of maritime engineering science on this master’s course at the University of Southampton. You’ll learn about the design and analysis of marine craft and structures in the marine environment, and gain specialist understanding of the key areas of naval architecture. Youll graduate with the skills to become a naval architect or to continue your studies at PhD level. This Maritime Engineering Science: Naval Architecture MSc is one of 5 maritime engineering science ...Read more

Develop in-depth knowledge of maritime engineering science on this master’s course at the University of Southampton. You’ll learn about the design and analysis of marine craft and structures in the marine environment, and gain specialist understanding of the key areas of naval architecture. You'll graduate with the skills to become a naval architect or to continue your studies at PhD level. This Maritime Engineering Science: Naval Architecture MSc is one of 5 maritime engineering science specialisms you can study at the University of Southampton. Each one gives a broad overview of the key concepts of maritime engineering science while allowing you to pursue your own interests or career plans by focusing on a particular area. It's ideal if you have an engineering, science or maths background and want a career in the maritime sector. You don’t need to have specialist knowledge of ship science already - we'll teach you what you need to know.

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25 Oct 24

Quality of teaching is excellent. All engineering lectures are very engaging and are skilled at explaining concepts. They do not just read from PowerPoint slides; this makes all..Read more

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Entry requirements

To apply, youll need a 2:1 degree in one of the following subjects: marine or maritime engineering, naval architecture, ship science, aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, general engineering, electrical engineering, physics, or mathematics. You must also have achieved a 2:1 in mathematics and mechanics modules. Applicants with undergraduate degrees in oceanography or architecture, or those from marine academies, may also be considered.

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£31,500 per year

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Maritime Engineering Science: Naval Architecture MSc
Quality of teaching is excellent. All engineering lectures are very engaging and are skilled at explaining concepts. They do not just read from PowerPoint slides; this makes all...
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University of Southampton
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