MEng Naval Architecture & Marine

Engineering
Key facts
UCAS code: HJ56
Accreditation: Royal Institution of Naval Architects, Institute of Marine Engineering, Science &
Technology

Second-year entry: available for suitably-qualified students

Scholarships: access to departmental and faculty sponsorship and scholarships

Why this course?

Naval architects and marine engineers deal with the worlds largest moving structures and most
powerful vehicles from huge ships to sailing yachts, from fast ferries to offshore wind turbines and oil
platforms.
Marine engineering is the engineering speciality of design, construction, installation and operation of
machinery and propulsion systems for ships and marine structures.
This degree aims to develop engineers capable of dealing with engineering challenges on a wide range
of marine vehicles, with additional skills and understanding in the impact and importance of marine
engineering on their successful design, construction, repair, and maintenance.
In addition to core Naval Architecture subjects, you'll study a range of specialised marine engineering
subjects, such as control theory and practice, electrical systems, design of marine engines (diesel, dieselelectric and gas turbine), propeller and shafting systems, system design and simulation, green
technology and fuel cell technology.

What youll study

Years 1 & 2
Our courses have a common core on which youll build more specialist knowledge. In Years 1 and 2,
youll follow this core, so its possible to change course.
Youll study engineering science and the fundamentals of naval architecture including:

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buoyancy and floatation

stability
ship types
terminology

As you progress, youll study more specific naval architecture subjects such as:

resistance and propulsion

ship structural analysis
ship design
marine engineering systems
business and management subjects

Years 3 & 4
Youll study more advanced subjects related to the design of conventional ships, and the range of
machinery and systems which provide the various services required on-board ships.
Youll study state-of-the-art tools for analysing the water flow around ship hulls, the stresses and strains
in the hull structure, and the behaviour of ships in waves. Youll also study the design of machinery,
power and electrical systems, transmission and propulsion systems as well as refrigeration and heating
systems.
Theres also a specialised individual project on a subject which you will choose. This can involve any
combination of calculations, design, computer studies or tank-testing using any of the departments
facilities.

Year 5
Youll study further specialist subjects covering topical areas such as energy management and
environment protection, regulation and maintenance of marine systems, computer simulation of marine
machinery, and marine renewable energy. Youll take part in a substantial group project to design an
innovative vessel or structure.

Work placement
Lots of our students go on work placements during the summer holidays. Due to our close links with
industry, there are many work placement and internship opportunities for students.
Previous work placement opportunities include:

student internships at Samsung Heavy Industries ship building yard in South Korea

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 group work experience visits to ship building yards in China

numerous summer internships with various high-profile companies in the maritime and oil & gas
industries

research internships within our own world-class research centre

Facilities
As a student, you'll have access to:

Catalina - our departmental racing yacht

the largest ship-model experiment tank in any UK university
towing/wave tank exclusively for teaching purposes
marine engine laboratory
hydrogen fuel cell laboratory
cutting-edge computer facilities
industry-standard software

Student competitions
We support and promote students in various competitions and awards; from cash bursaries for top
performing students to the highest of awards from international organisations.
In recent years, some of our students have been successful in the following high-profile competitions:

Science, Engineering & Technology Student of the Year (SET Awards)

Best Maritime Technology Student (SET Awards)
double winner of BP's Ultimate Field Trip competition
Strathclyder of the Year

Student mentoring
Orchid - a mentoring programme for students by students
Introduced in 2011 by Guy Drori, a Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering student, the Orchid
programme aims to assist students to achieve their academic goals and graduate with honours. The
programme is managed by students for students in a confidential manner.
Orchids main objectives are to:

allow additional support and development for those who do not usually ask for assistance

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 allow students with high achievements to help fellow students

increase camaraderie

Open days & events

Applicants are invited to attend 'Insight', a half-day introduction to the department, which includes a
question and answer session with a member of staff.
You can discover more about the degree programmes and the department, take part in activities and
meet current staff and students. A number of these events are held between the months of November
and March. Please contact us regarding visits at other times.

Accreditation
Accredited by the Royal Institution of Naval Architects on behalf of the Engineering Council for the
purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as Chartered Engineer.
Accredited by the Institute of Marine Engineering, science and Technology for the purpose of partial
registration as a Chartered Marine Technologist.
Accredited by the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology on behalf of the
Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as
Chartered Engineer.

Course content
Year 1
Engineering Mechanics
Introduction to Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering
Analysis Tools for Marine Design
Mathematics 1B
Mathematics 2B
Elective Classes

Year 2
Hydrostatics and Stability of Marine Vehicles

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Marine Engineering Fundamentals

Principles of Marine Design and Production
Analysis and Design of Marine Structures 1
Engineering Applications for Naval Architects and Marine Engineers
Mathematics 3B

Year 3
Professional Development and Marine Business
Marine Design
Hydrodynamics, Resistance and Propulsion
Marine Engineering Systems and Control
Analysis and Design of Marine Structures 2
The Marine Environment
Principles and Application of Marine Machinery

Year 4
Seakeeping and Manoeuvring
Theory and Practice of Marine CFD
Finite Element Analysis of Marine Structures
Marine Power and Electrical Systems
Marine Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Marine Transmission and Propulsion Systems
Marine Engineering Project

Year 5
Group Design Project
Advanced Marine Design
Waterborne Transportation Systems
The Marine Regulatory Framework
Renewable Marine Energy Systems
On-board Energy Management and Environment Protection
Advanced Marine Engineering
Marine Engineering Simulation & Modelling
Systems Availability and Maintenance

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Assessment
The main method of assessment is exams in January and May. Presentations, laboratory reports and
other forms of coursework are submitted and marked individually throughout the year.
Each teaching year has two semesters of 10 weeks, which include formal lectures, tutorials, laboratory
and coursework assignments, industrial visits, class tests, two weeks of additional tutorials and/or
project presentations. This is followed by revision classes, private study and exams.
Most assignments involve associated tutorials for guidance. Group exercises, including presentations
and peer assessment, are an important part of your development.

Learning & teaching

The main methods of teaching are lectures, tutorials, laboratory and group design classes. You can
expect an average of 20 hours of these per week. You should supplement this with self-study. Self-study
is important as it develops the confidence to tackle unfamiliar problems. This is an essential skill for
professional engineers.
Throughout the course, field trips will give you first-hand experience of industrial activities in the
marine sector.

Projects
Individual and group projects are a major part of the course from the start. First-year students carry out a
basic design, build and evaluate project.
Second-year students work in teams on a more detailed design/build/test exercise as part of the
Engineering Applications class.
Part of the third-year marine design incorporates a rules-based group design project.
In fourth year, students carry out a performance-based group design project as well as their major
individual project.
In fifth year, MEng students carry out a major, first principles-based, group design project.
External speakers and/or industrial support play an important part in group and individual project work.

Laboratory work
This is introduced from first year with sessions covering basic aspects of hydrostatics and stability.
In second-year, students take part in the design and build of a small-scale racing yacht. This combines

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the use of professional Naval Architecture design software for hull design and computer-aided
manufacture for hull generation. This is combined with hands-on practical skills and hydrodynamic
testing.
An intensive, laboratory-based class in third year involves more formal experimental testing, in which
students carry out a number of hydrodynamics, dynamics and marine engineering experimental projects.
Fourth-year students have the opportunity to carry out a laboratory-based individual project.
Further experimental work is carried out in fifth year as part of the Marine Simulation class. Fifth-year
group design teams have access to the laboratory facilities.

Computer software
This is used to demonstrate the practical application of theory and also gives you exposure to current
engineering practice.
The use of professional software to solve real engineering problems is introduced in first year and is
reinforced throughout subsequent years. Youll gain exposure to software packages for stability,
dynamics and simulation, FEA, hydrodynamics, risk-based design as well as other more specialised
software packages.

Guest lectures
During term time, we arrange weekly seminars in which leaders and pioneers of the maritime, oil and
gas and marine renewables industries visit the department and present to students. This is a great way of
supplementing your education with the latest developments and gaining industry contacts for your
future career.

Entry requirements
Minimum grades
Highers
AAAA or AAABB (Maths A, Physics B and/or Engineering Science B)

Advanced Highers
Maths and Physics recommended

A Levels
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Year 1 entry
BEng entry only

Year 2 entry
AAB (Maths, Physics)
Typical entry requirements: A*AA

International Baccalaureate
36 (Maths HL6, Physics HL6)

HNC/HND
Entry to BEng in the first instance

Additional information
deferred entry accepted

Widening access
We want to increase opportunities for people from every background. Strathclyde selects our students
based on merit, potential and the ability to benefit from the education we offer. We look for more than
just your grades. We consider the circumstances of your education and will make lower offers to certain
applicants as a result.
Find out if you can benefit from this type of offer.

International students
Find out entry requirements for your country.

Degree preparation course for international students

We offer international students (non EU/UK) who do not meet the entry requirements for an
undergraduate degree at Strathclyde the option of completing an Undergraduate Foundation year
programme at the International Study Centre. To find out more about these courses and opportunities on
offer visit isc.strath.ac.uk or call today on +44 (0) 1273 339333 and discuss your education future.
You can also complete the online application form, or to ask a question please fill in the enquiry form
and talk to one of our multi-lingual Student Enrolment Advisers today.

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Fees & funding

How much will my course cost?
All fees quoted are for full-time courses and per academic year unless stated otherwise.

Scotland/EU
2016/17 - 1,820

Rest of UK
2016/17 - 9,000

International
2016/17 - 17,500

Scholarship opportunities
In addition to the Universitys extensive scholarship portfolio, our department has several organisations
offering sponsorships and scholarships to students each year, including RINA, IMarEST, Lloyds
Register Foundation, American Bureau of Shipping, the Worshipful Company of Shipwrights and the
Society for Underwater Technology.
New arrangements for scholarships and summer work are added continually so please refer to our
scholarship search for more information.

Support for students from England, Northern Ireland & Wales

We offer a generous financial support package to help students from England, Northern Ireland and
Wales meet the increased costs of study.
These students can also get government support. Bachelor degrees at Strathclyde will cost 9,000 a
year, but the total amount payable will be capped at 27,000.
Because of the cap, no student will be charged more than 27,000 in tuition fees for a four-year
Bachelors programme.
Students studying on integrated Masters degree programmes will pay an additional 9,000 for the
Masters year. A tuition fee loan will be available for this additional year.

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Bursaries for accommodation are also available.

Additional fees
Course materials & costs
Cost of lab coats

approx 14
Costs of printing within the department

2 - 50 prints
4 - 100 prints
8 - 200 prints

Placements & field trips

For first year students, travel costs to Kelvin Hydro Dynamics Laboratory (KHL) will consist on
average 3/4 return journeys from the University campus. Second-year students should cost one travel
journey per week to KHL for two semesters. Third-year students should cost travel to KHL for at least
one session.
Fourth, fifth, MSc, and postgraduate research students will need to cost travel to KHL if work
involves testing.
*1.90 cost of single ticket

Other costs
Cost of binding two copies of thesis and CD copy for postgraduate research students

23.50 - Cameron Bookbinders

Charts, plotters and other materials for NM100 are available free to students.
Binding and printing costs for 4th, 5th year and MSc students

2 - 50 prints
4 - 100 prints
8 - 200 prints

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Binding costs at print unit

3 per book
Departmental card for MSc students

5 deposit returned before graduation

Please note: All fees shown are annual and may be subject to an increase each year. Find out more
about fees.

How can I fund my studies?

Students from Scotland and the EU
If you're a Scottish or EU student, you may be able to apply to the Student Award Agency Scotland
(SAAS) to have your tuition fees paid by the Scottish government. Scottish students may also be
eligible for a bursary and loan to help cover living costs while at University.
For more information on funding your studies have a look at our University Funding page.

Students from England, Wales & Northern Ireland

If youre from England, Wales or Northern Ireland you may be able to apply for help to pay your tuition
fees and living costs from your local funding body.
We also have a few bursaries on offer for students from England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
For more information on funding your studies have a look at our University Funding page.

International Students (Non UK, EEA)

We have a number of scholarships available to international students. Take a look at our scholarship
search to find out more.

Available scholarships
We have a wide range of scholarships available. Have a look at our scholarship search to find a
scholarship.

Careers
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With skills including analytical, numeracy and problem-solving, naval architecture and marine
engineering graduates are suited to a wide range of career opportunities.
Our graduates work in defence, marine designers, oil and gas subsea, on-shore/off-shore, ship
classification, technical services, engineering consulting. Job titles include Naval Architect, Junior
Naval Architect, Ship Surveyor, Marine Engineer, Project Engineer.

Graduate achievements
Graduate Peter Dow won the Science, Engineering and Technology Student of the Year Award and best
Maritime Technology Award for his excellent fourth-year project on carbon capture and storage.
Martin Shaw, a former student of the department, is behind the design of the snake-like Pelamis wave
energy device in Orkney.
Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering graduate Phil Kirk works as a Marine Engineer on one of
Disneys cruise ships in the Bahamas.
Many graduates also go on to postgraduate study or research.

How much will I earn?

Your salary will depend on your individual role and the industry you work in.
However, the average salary for a marine engineer is 30,000 and 35,000 for a naval architect.*

Where are they now?

85% of our graduates are in work or further study.**
Recent job titles include:

Naval Architect
Marine Engineer
Graduate Engineer
Marine Surveyor
Offshore Renewables Engineer
Project Engineer

* Information is intended only as a guide.

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**Information based on national of Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education Survey.

Contact us
Department of Naval Architecture, Ocean & Marine Engineering
! +44 (0) 141 548 4098
" naome-ug@strath.ac.uk

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