Program Overview

Introduction to FdSc Marine Engineering

The FdSc Marine Engineering course is a two-year program offered by City College Plymouth in partnership with the University of Plymouth. This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of marine engineering principles, including engineering mathematics, engineering science, and naval architecture.

Course Details

• UCAS Course Code: J602
• Institution Code: C83
• Duration: 2 years
• Course Type: Full-time, with a part-time route available
• Study Location: City College Plymouth

Year 1 Core Modules

• Engineering Mathematics (CITY1077): Develops the student's mathematical ability and applies principles to solve engineering problems.
• Engineering Science 1 (CITY1078): Introduces mechanical principles, energy transfer, and AC electrical theory.
• Engineering Materials (CITY1091): Studies material structure, properties, manufacturing, and design considerations.
• CAD Techniques and Design (CITY1092): Introduces CAD in the design process, progressing from 2D drafting to 3D conceptual design and visualization.
• Naval Architecture (CITY1093): Introduces the theory of ship stability and the interaction between a vessel, its cargo, and counteracting effects.
• Management Techniques in Marine Engineering (CITY1094): Appraises main techniques that improve organizations' operations.

Final Year Core Modules

• Engineering Science 2 (CITY2092): Enhances knowledge acquired in engineering science, looking at more in-depth methods of analysis.
• Advanced CAD & FEA (CITY2093): Develops 3D modeling techniques, surface and solid modeling, and analyzes stresses and strains on structures using FEA.
• Engineering Design (CITY2094): Gives students an opportunity to experience the design process from conception to implementation.
• Composites Materials for the Marine Industry (CITY2095): Explores composites materials used in the marine industry.
• Engine Technology and Marine Propulsion Systems (CITY2096): Investigates engineering principles underpinning the design and operation of power plant and drive systems used in the marine industry.
• Project (CITY2097): Integrates skills and knowledge developed in other modules within a major piece of work.

Fees, Costs, and Funding

As this course is delivered by a partner college, please contact the college directly for information on fees and funding. Note that tuition fee prices may change, and the UK Government has indicated potential further fee increases.

How to Apply

All applications for undergraduate courses are made through UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service). UCAS will ask for the information contained in the course details, including the UCAS course code and institution code.

Progression Routes

Completing this course enables progression onto related courses and programs with the University of Plymouth, such as BEng (Hons) Marine Technology or BEng (Hons) Marine Technology (Top-Up).

Partnership with City College Plymouth

The University of Plymouth has developed partnerships with institutions to make higher education more accessible. City College Plymouth offers a supportive learning environment, specialist degrees, unique facilities, and smaller class sizes at a competitive price. Students of the partnership institution become part of a close-knit community and receive a university-level qualification awarded by the University of Plymouth.