Program Overview

Introduction to Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering MEng Honours

The Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering MEng Honours degree at Newcastle University focuses on the design and operation of marine vehicles and offshore infrastructure. This four-year program includes a year of advanced study at the master's level, leading to Chartered Engineer status.

Course Overview

• The course covers a broad range of topics, including engineering principles, ship hydrodynamics, and marine engineering.
• Students will gain hands-on experience in key areas such as energy applications, marine vehicle design, and experimental and numerical analysis.
• The program includes a work placement opportunity, allowing students to gain practical experience in the industry.
• The course is accredited by the Royal Institution of Naval Architects (RINA) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.

Quality and Ranking

• Newcastle University is ranked among the top 140 universities globally, according to the QS World University Rankings 2026.
• The university has seen a 65% increase in research power since 2014, as reported in the Research Excellence Framework 2021.
• 42% of the university's research is classified as 4* world-leading research, according to the Research Excellence Framework 2021.

Modules and Learning

• The course is divided into four stages, each lasting one academic year.
• Students will study a range of modules, including engineering mathematics, thermofluid mechanics, and marine design and professional skills.
• The program includes a dissertation and a group project, allowing students to develop their research and practical skills.

Opportunities

• The course offers a work placement opportunity, allowing students to gain practical experience in the industry.
• Students will have the opportunity to take part in industry visits and networking events, providing valuable insights into the marine technology sector.
• The program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge required to pursue a career in the marine technology industry.

Facilities and Environment

• The School of Engineering at Newcastle University has state-of-the-art facilities, including a model-testing towing tank, a wind, wave, and current tunnel, and advanced computing facilities.
• Students will have access to a range of resources, including a dedicated computer cluster and university, regional, and national high-performance computing facilities.

Your Future

• The marine technology sector is currently thriving worldwide, with a high demand for skilled personnel.
• Graduates of the program will be well-equipped to pursue careers in the marine technology industry, including roles such as graduate engineer, naval architect, and development engineer.
• The program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge required to become Chartered Engineers.

Entry Requirements

• The typical offer for the course is AAB at A-level, including Mathematics or Further Mathematics.
• International students will typically require 34 points in the International Baccalaureate, including Mathematics at Higher Level grade 6 or above.
• The university also considers a range of other qualifications, including BTEC Nationals and Cambridge Pre-U.

Tuition Fees and Scholarships

• The tuition fees for the course are £30,700 for international students and £9,535 for home students (subject to change).
• The university offers a range of scholarships, including the Vice-Chancellor's automatic and merit-based scholarships.
• Students may also be eligible for government funding, such as student loans and grants.

How to Apply

• Applications for the course should be made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS).
• The UCAS code for the course is H517, and the institution code for Newcastle University is N21.
• International students may also apply through an agent or directly to the university.