BEng Naval Architecture Marine Engineering
Course overview
The BEng (Hons) Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering at the University of Strathclyde is a programme that prepares you for a fantastic career. You will learn how to design and build ships, submarines, and offshore structures that the world needs in the modern global trade, defence, and renewable energy.
Teaching is hands-on and practical. You will learn through a mixture of interactive lectures, laboratory sessions, and collaborative projects to solve real-world engineering challenges. You will use industry-standard tools and modern facilities that are set up the way professional spaces are, where you will develop the kind of skills that employers look for.
The assessment combines written exams, technical reports, presentations, coursework, and group design projects. You will also have the chance to gather more experience through an industry placement or by taking part in competitions where you will put your engineering skills to the test in a competitive setting.
By the time you graduate, you will have both the technical expertise and the practical experience to start a career in ship design, offshore engineering, marine renewables, or many other fields within the maritime sector.
Entry requirements
To apply, you will submit a personal statement that highlights your passion for naval architecture and marine engineering, including details of your academic background. A reference from a teacher or employer is required, and including a CV showcasing relevant experience
Grade Requirements:
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Applicants will require ABB-BBB at A Level (including Maths and Physics) or AAAB at Scottish Highers (with Maths and Physics at A). For Year 2 advanced entry, AAA at A Level (Maths A, Physics A) or A1A2A2 at Higher (Maths A1, Physics A1) is required.
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International Baccalaureate requires 34-32 points, with HL5 in Maths and Physics.
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Equivalent international qualifications are accepted—check with Strathclyde for specific details.
English Proficiency:
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Applicants who are non-native English speakers need an IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no component below 5.5.
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Alternatives like TOEFL or PTE are accepted—see the university’s website for details.
Scholarships
Asylum Seeker Scholarship
Value: Cost of tuition fees and essential study costs.
BBA International Scholarship
25% fee reduction per year (three years in total).
Faculty of Engineering International Scholarship for Undergraduate Study
Value: 15% of tuition fees for each year of study - typically £4,650 for first year.
Faculty of Science Undergraduate Scholarships for International Students
Scholarships of between £6,000 - £7,000 per year of study are available to new international students joining an eligible undergraduate degree in the Faculty of Science in the 2026/27 academic year.
Up to £6,000Humanities & Social Sciences: Undergraduate International Dean's Excellence Scholarship
Value: £5,000 per year of academic study.
Up to £5,000Strathclyde Business School Dean's Excellence Awards (Undergraduate)
Value: 25% fee reduction per year.
Undergraduate Scholarships for Physics International Students
Scholarships of £7,000 per year of study are available to new international students.
Up to £7,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BEng Hons Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering are well-positioned for roles like:
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Naval architect
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Marine engineer
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Offshore systems designer
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Shipbuilding consultant.
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Subsea Engineer
Cost of study
International students pay £29,350 annually for the BEng Hons Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering
Admission
Apply through UCAS for the BEng Hons Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering or the university's international application form. For further assistance, kindly reach out to one of our trained counsellors.
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