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MSc Maritime Engineering Science: Ocean Energy & Offshore Engineering at University of Southampton

University of Southampton, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Study ocean energy and offshore engineering on this MSc course at the University of Southampton. This master’s degree will give you expert knowledge about the science behind natural energy resources. You’ll be well prepared for a range of offshore engineering specialisms, and will graduate with the skills to move into a career in the maritime sector.

Faculty: Engineering and Physical Sciences  |  Department: Maritime engineering  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This is a full-time master’s course studied over 12 months. In the first 8 months (semesters 1 and 2) you'll study the taught part of your course. This is made up of modules that everyone on the course takes, and modules we’ll ask you to choose from a list of options.

Career pathways

Graduates commonly work in sectors including information and communication, education, finance and insurance, public administration and defence, scientific and technical, manufacturing, transport, administration and support. Careers directly related to the course include marine engineer, naval architect, armed forces officer engineer, boat builder, electrical engineer, mechanical engineer, deck officer, design engineer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: 2:1 degree. You'll also need a 2:1 in maths and mechanics modules. We may consider applicants with undergraduate degrees in oceanography or architecture, or applicants from marine academies. IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 14,000 a year. UK (home) students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

International applicants: GBP 36,200 a year. EU and international students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

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