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Maritime Engineering Science: Marine Engineering and Autonomy MSc

University of Southampton

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Boldrewood Innovation Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

On this Marine Engineering and Autonomy MSc degree you'll learn about component and systems engineering for ships. You’ll also gain an understanding of the fixed and offshore structures that help them to function. Learn the skills you need to become a specialist in the marine sector. You'll graduate with the design and analysis skills for a maritime sector career, or for continued study at PhD level. This Maritime Engineering Science: Marine Engineering and Autonomy MSc is one of 5 maritime engineering science specialisms you can study at the University of Southampton.On this UK master’s course you’ll gain an advanced understanding of the fundamental principles, methods and applications of maritime engineering science.This pathway focuses on the analysis and specification of marine engineering and autonomous systems used on board ships and other marine structures. You’ll study topics like electrical theory, thermodynamics, and engine and machine tribology. You’ll explore the marine engineering systems found on board merchant and naval vessels and their importance to ship design. This includes performance characteristics of diesel engines, steam and gas turbines and electric propulsion. The course covers the dynamic response of the main shaft and associated components.

Application deadline

09/09/2025

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 31,500per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

  • University League Table

    17th

  • Campus address

    University of Southampton, University Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1BJ, United Kingdom

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Southampton is proud of its inclusive international community, welcoming over 10,000 students from more than 130 countries.
Southampton is a truly global university. It has 350+ student-led clubs and societies, which provide great opportunities to build intercultural skills.
Specialist careers support and 400+ paid internships and work experience opportunities prepare international students for their future in the global job market.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Geology

    12th out of 27 2

    8th out of 74

  • Entry standards

    / Max 222
    150 68%

    14th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    80.0 80%

    20th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.20 80%

    11th

    16

  • Entry standards

    / Max 222
    181 81%

    10th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    83.0 83%

    32nd

    23

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.07 77%

    20th

    11

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