MSc Sustainable Engineering: Marine Technology at University of Strathclyde

Programme overview

A pathway of the Sustainable Engineering programme combining advanced marine engineering technologies with training in sustainability, for experienced or newly qualified engineers in naval architecture, marine, mechanical, civil, electrical or related disciplines. Developed with direct industrial involvement.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering | Department: Naval Architecture, Ocean & Marine Engineering | Duration: 12 months full-time (MSc); 9 months full-time (PgDip) | Intake: January and September | Study mode: full-time | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

At least three generic modules (meeting key requirements for Chartered Engineer status) plus specialist classes such as Autonomous Marine Vehicles & Digital Twin, Modelling of Power and Propulsion Plant, Maritime Safety & Risk, Advanced Marine Structures and Sustainability. Electives include Design Management, Risk Management and Environmental Impact Assessment. A group project and an individual project (MSc only) complete the degree.

Career pathways

Careers in the marine and related industries, including design and construction of marine vehicles, project management, systems design, safety management, support services, classification societies and consultancy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally a first-class or second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in architecture, engineering or a related subject.. Entry may be possible with other qualifications provided there is evidence of relevant experience and of the capacity for postgraduate study. International applicants: IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with no band below 5.5 (University of Strathclyde standard postgraduate requirement); other recognised English tests are accepted. International applicants who do not meet the academic requirements can take the Pre-Masters Preparation Course at the University of Strathclyde International Study Centre.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,550 a year (2026/27). Home fee status, Scotland and England, Wales and Northern Ireland, same fee. Source

International applicants: GBP 31,900 a year (2026/27) Source

Intake: January and September

Duration: 12 months full-time (MSc); 9 months full-time (PgDip)

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