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Higher National Certificate in Naval Architecture at University of Plymouth

University of Plymouth, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The Higher National Certificate in Naval Architecture is a two-year part-time course delivered at City College Plymouth and approved by the University of Plymouth. It introduces engineering mathematics and science, materials, CAD, ship stability and management techniques for the naval architecture industry.

Department: City College Plymouth (partner college)  |  Duration: 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: part-time  |  Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 covers Engineering Mathematics, Engineering Science 1, Engineering Materials and CAD Techniques and Design. The final year covers Naval Architecture (ship stability and the interaction between a vessel and its cargo) and Management Techniques in Naval Architecture.

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Application information

Duration: 2 years

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