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Marine Propulsion Technology option - PgDip in Thermal Power and Propulsion at Cranfield University

Cranfield University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Around 80% of the volume of international trade in goods is carried by sea, and the percentage is even higher for most developing countries. With the latest COP26 agreement from the UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties and with countries committing to reduction in GHG and decarbonisation there will be significant impact on all forms of propulsion systems. Marine Propulsion Technology is a specialist option of the MSc in Thermal Power and Propulsion focussing on gas turbine application for marine transportation.

Faculty: Aerospace  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: March or October  |  Location: Cranfield, England, United Kingdom

Career pathways

Cranfield’s Career Service is dedicated to helping you meet your career aspirations. You will have access to career coaching and advice, CV development, interview practice, access to hundreds of available jobs via our Symplicity platform and opportunities to meet recruiting employers at our careers fairs.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A UK first or second class undergraduate degree with honours, as a minimum, or equivalent international qualification. Ideally applicants will have studied in engineering, mathematics, physics or an applied science discipline. English language: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall and 5.5 in all skill components. ATAS clearance required for international students who need a visa (except exempt nationalities).

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,365 for the whole programme (2026/27). PgDip Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 26,430 for the whole programme (2026/27). PgDip Full-time Source

Intake: March or October

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