Maritime Engineering Science: Marine Engineering and Autonomy

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.

The maritime sector provides varied career opportunities in engineering and project management related roles. maritime engineering science graduates are in strong demand with good starting salaries and excellent career progression opportunities. our graduates work across many different organisations. the solent region around southampton is the main uk hub for the maritime sector with organisations such as: lloyd’s register carnival bmt nigel gee the maritime and coastguard agency organisations such bae systems, qinetiq and babcock support the defence sector and employ a number of our graduates. the offshore and marine renewable developments are offering excellent prospects both to work in the uk (locally, london or aberdeen) or worldwide in places such as singapore, houston or perth.

Work while you study

You can also work on a UK student visa, from 10 to 20 hours per week during the academic year, 40 hours per week or full-time during vacations.

Partnerships

Most universities in England have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. Southampton University has partnerships with the following companies: