MSc Marine Engineering Management at University of West London

Programme overview

Our MSc Marine Engineering Management course responds directly to the real needs of the maritime industry and will equip you with the essential marine engineering skills needed today and in the future. These skills are highly valuable in view of the rapid technological development and disruption in the sector and the forthcoming "4th Propulsion Revolution”. The course, delivered by the Hellenic Institute of Maritime Studies , is academically challenging and professionally oriented, and our specially designed modules will enable you to study clearly defined marine engineering management areas and specialise in your topics of interest.

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time | Study mode: full-time (part-time available) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The Marine Engineering Management MSc is the ideal postgraduate degree for achieving or developing high-calibre careers in the shipping industry. As the course is also offered on a part-time basis, it is of specific interest to professionals with a busy schedule. The Marine Engineering Management course is designed for graduates and professionals who seek an in-depth education and knowledge development in the traditional yet developing marine engineering and maritime sectors. Modules include: Decarbonisation of Shipping; Foundations of Technical and Procurement Management; Project Management – New Construction & Dry Docking; Maintenance and Inspections Management; Quality and Safety Management; Research Methods and Dissertation/Project; Maritime Data Analytics; Maritime Technology.

Career pathways

We have strong links with national and international employers and our graduates find employment in multiple sectors, often in senior positions. Graduates will gain the global mindset needed to succeed within the maritime industry. Job roles include: superintendent engineer; performance engineer; technology officer; project engineer; quality officer; technical management executive.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You should have an honours degree (2:2 or above) from a UK university or equivalent. Merchant Marine Academy graduates or holders of equivalent qualifications can be admitted. We will also consider mature applicants without a first degree, as long as they possess: the highest-grade certificate of competency (CoC) for unrestricted service as a master mariner or chief engineer, or equivalent maritime qualifications; AND. substantial relevant professional experience. competence in English language, demonstrated by an internationally recognised standard test (see the full English language requirements below). computer competence (at least the ability to use Microsoft Office). We may also offer applicants a place based on relevant experience or training, normally from within the work environment. All applications are considered individually. IELTS 6.5 overall or above. You need to meet our English language requirement of 6.5 overall score for IELTS, with a minimum of 5.5 for each of the four individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening).

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,200 a year (2027/28). Tuition for: Full-time (1 year, September 2027). Source

International applicants: GBP 17,750 a year (2027/28). Tuition for: Full-time (1 year, September 2027). Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.uwl.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/how-apply-postgraduates

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