Overview
Our MTEC course is delivered through a combination of:
- distance learning materials
- intensive schools
This course allows a flexible approach to study in a supportive environment. It is part time and offers minimal disruption to your work responsibilities.
Our course material is highly relevant and practical for working in the marine industry. You’ll reflect on the industrial relevance of the modules in relation to your work.
The Marine Technology Education Consortium delivers this course. They are a consortium of leading UK universities.
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Qualifications explained
Find out about the different qualification options for this course.
MSc
MSc – Master of Science
An MSc is a taught Master’s degree. It usually involves the study of a science-related subject. It typically includes:
- subject-specific taught modules
- a dissertation or research project of approximately 15,000 – 18,000 words
You’ll usually study an MSc full-time over 12 months.
A Master of Science is typically awarded for the successful completion of 120 credits of taught modules and a 60-credit dissertation or research project.
Find out about different types of postgraduate qualifications.
What you’ll learn
Pre-school material
You’ll:
- complete 50 hours of study. This enables you to revise and review essential material. This is so that the intensive school can run efficiently. This material will be available six to eight weeks before the intensive school
- take a pre-school assignment (30% of the module mark). You’ll submit this on the first day of the intensive school
A week-long intensive school
You’ll have a contact time of 35 hours. This will include lectures, case studies, tutorials, presentations, discussions and visits. Academic and industrial tutors will take part.
You sit an examination (40% of the module mark) during this teaching week.
Post-school material
This pathway:
- requires 15 hours of study
- involves completion of a post school assignment (30% of the module mark). You’ll submit this eight weeks after the intensive school
- consolidates your learning on the module
Modules
You will study modules on this course. A module is a unit of a course with its own approved aims and outcomes and assessment methods.
Course content changes
Module information is intended to provide an example of what you will study.
Our teaching is informed by research. Course content changes periodically to reflect developments in the discipline, the requirements of external bodies and partners, and student feedback.
Full details of the modules on offer will be published through the Programme Regulations and Specifications ahead of each academic year. This usually happens in May.
To find out more please see our terms and conditions.
Optional modules availability
Some courses have optional modules. Student demand for optional modules may affect availability.
Marine Technology Education Consortium (MTEC) modules
The Marine Technology Education Consortium lists the available modules.
How you’ll learn
Depending on your modules, you’ll be assessed through a combination of:
- Essay
- Problem-solving exercises
- Report
- Written examination
- Written exercise
Your teaching and learning is also supported by Canvas. Canvas is a Virtual Learning Environment. You’ll use Canvas to submit your assignments and access your:
- module handbooks
- course materials
- groups
- course announcements and notifications
- written feedback
Throughout your studies, you’ll have access to support from:
- peers
- academics
- personal tutors
- our University Student Services Team
- student representatives
You’ll also be assigned an academic member of staff. They will be your personal tutor throughout your time with us. They can help with academic and personal issues.
Your future
Our Careers Service
Our award-winning Careers Service is one of the largest and best in the country, and we have strong links with employers. We provide an extensive range of opportunities to all students through our ncl+ initiative.
Quality and ranking
- 42% of our research is classified as 4* world-leading research – Research Excellence Framework 2021
- 65% increase in research power since 2014 – Research Excellence Framework 2021
- Global Top 130 University – QS World University Rankings 2025
- Global Top 170 University – Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024
- Top 140 for Engineering and Technology – QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024
- Top 25 in the UK and Top 100 in the world for sustainable development – Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024
Professional accreditation and recognition
Royal Institution of Naval Architects (RINA)
This course has been accredited by the Royal Institution of Naval Architects (RINA) under licence from the UK regulator, the Engineering Council.
The accreditation is a mark of assurance that the course meets the standards set by the Engineering Council in the UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC). This will give you some or most of the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills for eventual registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).
Accreditation gives you an additional benchmark of quality to your degree, making you more attractive to graduate employers. It can also open the door to higher-level jobs, many of which require Chartered Engineer status.
All professional accreditations are reviewed regularly by their professional body
Recognition of professional qualifications outside of the UK
From 1 January 2021 there is an update to the way professional qualifications are recognised by countries outside of the UK
Facilities
University facilities include:
Entry requirements
The entrance requirements below apply to 2025 entry.
Academic entry requirements
A second-class honours degree, or equivalent, in engineering or a relevant subject with a strong quantitative component. Ideally you should have, or expect to achieve, a 2:1 honours degree. A 2:2 honours degree may be accepted depending on your individual marks profile.
Relevant experience is essential.
