Cranfield University

Program Information

Degree Offered

MSc; MTech

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The UK is a maritime nation, receiving a significant contribution to its economy from sea-related activities. It is estimated that these activities account for nearly 5% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and provide employment for almost one million people.

Demand for well-qualified personnel with expertise across a number of fields is high and is likely to remain so. With teaching driven by up-to-date research and a history of expertise in this area, graduates of the Offshore and Ocean Technology course are well respected and highly sought-after by organisations operating in this sector.

The course aims to provide an understanding of the underlying science and engineering principles and relevant management techniques in relation to a student’s chosen specialisation. It will raise students’ awareness of recent technical developments within the relevant industries and improve communication, presentation, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Students select one of five options:

Offshore Materials Engineering
Offshore Renewable Energy
Pipeline Engineering
Risk Management
Subsea Engineering.

This degree has been accredited by the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST) for CEng, CMarTech and MIMarEST and has also been approved by the Energy Institute (EI) for membership under licence from the UK regulator, the Engineering Council. Accreditation is a mark of assurance that the degree meets the standards set by the Engineering Council in the UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC). An accredited degree will provide you with some or all of the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills for eventual registration as an Incorporated (IEng) or Chartered Engineer (CEng). Some employers recruit preferentially from accredited degrees, and an accredited degree is likely to be recognised by other countries that are signatories to international accords.

Students on this course benefit from access to state-of-the-art corrosion laboratories, diving tanks, autonomous and remotely operated vehicles for undersea applications, and a hyperbaric chamber for deep water welding.

The course comprises eight one-week assessed modules, a group project, and an individual thesis project. The modules provide the tools and knowledge required for the group and individual projects. Students undertaking the Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) complete the eight modules and the group project. Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert) students are required to complete six of the eight modules.

Group project

There is a strong emphasis on applying knowledge in the industrial environment. As a result, a major learning experience for full-time students is the industrial group project. This involves working in teams to fulfil objectives within a time schedule, applying state-of-the-art technologies and approaches, and delivering results to a high, professional standard.

Individual thesis project

The individual thesis could be based within a company or on any relevant research area within Cranfield University. It provides students with the opportunity to demonstrate independent research ability, the ability to think and work in an original way, contribute to knowledge and overcome genuine problems

Accreditation:

By Cranfield University and IMarEST

Eligibility Requirements:

Candidates must possess, or be expected to achieve, a 1st or 2nd class UK Honours degree or equivalent in a relevant science, engineering or related discipline. Other relevant qualifications, together with significant experience, may be considered.

International Student Requirements:

Students must achieve a minimum IELTS score of 6.5.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No