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MSc Marine and Offshore Engineering

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Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Offshore Engineering Marine Engineering

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

About this course

LJMU’s long history of high quality masters teaching in Marine and Offshore Engineering will ensure you are prepared for a successful career in this growing industry.

  • Study at one of the UK’s leading Maritime Schools
  • Follow a curriculum accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)
  • Meet Chartered Engineer requirements
  • Benefit from close industry links and excellent career prospects

This MSc programme provides the engineering skills and techniques you need to work as a specialist in the marine and offshore engineering field. On graduation you will be able to make an immediate contribution to a company’s capability and operation, and progress into senior management positions.

The course combines substantial marine modules with mechanical engineering options to produce a bespoke skills learning set. It capitalises on the demand for highly qualified postgraduates and maintains LJMU’s longstanding reputation for meeting the needs of the maritime industry.

Studying alongside students from all over the world you will learn about: safety analysis, design engineering, structural analysis, maritime law and insurance, quality systems and alternative energy systems.

Our highly qualified and respected academic team combine specialist knowledge with relevant industrial experience. This combination of academic and professional expertise, as well as our well-established links with the industry and the worldwide maritime research sector, will help to ensure that you are well prepared to meet the opportunities and challenges of this expanding sector.

Assessment

How learning is monitored on your programme

To cater for the wide-ranging content of our courses and the varied learning preferences of our students, we offer a range of assessment methods on each programme. Assessment techniques vary from module to module to reflect relevant assessment approaches and the key learning points of each topic.

On this programme you will be assessed through open-ended reports, project work, case study reports, assignment submissions, short class tests and unseen examinations.

Modules

The central theme of this module is the management of projects using known standards and methodologies. You are given the opportunity to develop your skills in industry-standard project software and demonstrate your ability through a time-constrained exercise. It aims to develop a sound understanding of the fundamental concepts of managing projects.
Marine Technology Management (20 Credits) - Core

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£9,450

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£17,400

Entry requirements

You will need: 1. A lower second class (2:2) or higher honours degree in mechanical engineering, or a related engineering discipline. 2. A lower second class (2:2) or higher honours degree in mathematics or a physical science, together with experience in a field relevant to engineering. 3. Graduate or corporate membership of one of the following professional bodies: The Institute of Mechanical Engineers, The Institution Engineering and Technology, The Institute of Measurement and Control, or IMarEST. 4. Professional qualifications considered equivalent to the above (e,g, MCA Class 1 Chief Engineer COC).

University information

Founded in 1823, Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is ranked in the top 600 higher education institutions in the world and attracts staff and students from over 100 countries. A host of taught courses and research opportunities are available across LJMU’s five faculties: Arts, Professional and Social Studies Business and Law Engineering and Technology Health Science The International Study Centre gives international...more