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Marine Engineering Management MSc

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Overview

Overview

Our MSc Marine Engineering Management course responds directly to the real needs of the maritime industry and will equip you with the essential marine engineering skills needed today and in the future. 

These skills are highly valuable in view of the rapid technological development and disruption in the sector and the forthcoming "4th Propulsion Revolution”. 

The course, delivered by the Hellenic Institute of Maritime Studies, is academically challenging and professionally oriented, and our specially designed modules will enable you to study clearly defined marine engineering management areas and specialise in your topics of interest. 

The MSc course combines a thorough understanding of the theoretical concepts of marine engineering, along with case studies and practical subjects. 

Near to the international maritime centre of London, the course is of specific interest to international students and maritime professionals who seek an in-depth education and knowledge development in the traditional yet developing marine engineering management sector.

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Study options:
We support flexible study by offering some of our courses part-time or via distance learning. To give you real world experience before you graduate, we also offer some courses with a placement or internship. All available options are listed here. Your choices may affect some details of your course, such as the duration and cost per year. Please re-check the details on this page if you change your selection.

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Why study Marine Engineering Management with us?

Why study Marine Engineering Management with us?

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What our students say…

I am a Business College of Athens student on the MSc Marine Engineering Management course. The programme's high-calibre professors and comprehensive modules have significantly enriched my technical knowledge. Having actively participated in dry dockings and newbuilding projects as part of my job, I find the course content directly applicable to such tasks. The specialised modules in Marine Technology and Decarbonisation of Shipping have been invaluable, highly relevant to my professional responsibilities as HSQE Superintendent for Maran Tanker’s dual fuel tankers.

Ioanna Vernardou, MSc Marine Engineering Management, Business College of Athens
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The course is studied in an Ideal location close to the international maritime centre of London
This course aims to enhance your career prospects by training you for managerial roles
The Hellenic Institute of Maritime Studies has links with over 120 maritime organisations and associations
This course is delivered by the Hellanic Institute of Maritime Studies and supported by the Business College of Athens
Course detail & modules

Course detail & modules

The Marine Engineering Management MSc is the ideal postgraduate degree for achieving or developing high-calibre careers in the shipping industry. 

As the course is also offered on a part-time basis, it is of specific interest to professionals with a busy schedule. 

The Marine Engineering Management course is designed for graduates and professionals who seek an in-depth education and knowledge development in the traditional yet developing marine engineering and maritime sectors. 

The course involves the study of the theoretical concepts of marine engineering, along with case studies and practical subjects. The modules cover a range of key marine engineering management areas and functions, from procurement management to the decarbonisation of shipping.

There is a particular focus on decision-making for graduates without an engineering background who seek a demanding conversion course.

Additionally, HIMS is linked to BCA College, the oldest Maritime Business School in Greece and Europe. BCA has offered maritime business studies since 1971, and has produced more than 10.000 alumni now working with some of the largest ship management companies in Athens, Limassol, Singapore, Genoa and more.

Course subject to approval

Approval is the formal process by which the University ensures that the proposed design, content and delivery of a course will provide a high quality learning experience for all students.

You will study five compulsory modules and choose from two optional modules depending on your chosen pathway.

Compulsory modules

  • Decarbonisation of Shipping

    The module starts with the most current decarbonisation concepts and definitions and continues to explain the current shipping regulatory framework (international and regional) and the various private initiatives. 

    It discusses possible additional shipping decarbonisation regulations for the future and highlights the pitfalls and weaknesses in the current shipping regulations and their side effects for the ship management companies. 

    Additionally, it provides the latest scientific information on the various decarbonisation methods and possible alternative fuels, shifting through common misinformation and misconceptions. 

    Finally, the module will highlight how these regulations and decarbonisation efforts are expected to change shipping’s usual modus operandi, its financing and the relationships between shipowners, charterers and others.

  • Foundations of Technical and Procurement Management

    This module assists you in understanding completely the activities of a Marine Technical function for the fleet technical management, but also to obtain clear integration of the management of vessels’ procurement of a range of essential goods and services, in accordance with specifications and requirements. 

    The module gives a global view of the different technical guidance/instructions given to the managed vessels and helps you to understand the different procurement ways of purchasing/supply deptartment with a series of different materials to ensure the unobstructed operation of the managed fleet.

  • Project Management – New Construction & Dry Docking

    The module provides evidence of how the different shipbuilding and repairs’ yards respond, perform and plan their major projects for newbuildings and DD/conversions. 

    It familiarises you with the different procedures followed by shipyards to cooperate with the owner’s representatives during the duration of each project especially for the prompt execution of the production milestones/events.

  • Maintenance and Inspections Management

    The module informs you about the “working environment” in the shipping company for the applicable procedures of maintenance and inspections (onboard all managed vessels) and how they are implemented. 

    You will learn about the other entities which are involved in the vessel’s inspections and maintenance activities and enable Technical and Marine S/Es to cooperate effectively with them.

  • Quality and Safety Management

    The module will develop in detail the quality management rules and practices applicable to Marine Operations Management onboard and ashore. It focuses on the rules, regulations and prevailing industry standards towards continual improvement and risk management.

    Particular and detailed analysis on the elements of successful management and the importance of marine assurance resulting in the economic growth of an organisation will be provided.

  • Research Methods and Dissertation/Project

    The module exposes you to contemporary perspectives in academic research, and in particular focuses on developing a range of skills affecting the identification and formulation of project titles. Special focus is placed on the critical review of available literature and information resources, the use of online databases and other sources. Emphasis is given to the methods used in scientific research, reviewing a range of statistical and non-statistical methods of analysis appropriate for projects in terms of both qualitative and quantitative research. You will become aware of any research issues associated with conducting research. Finally, you will carry out and submit an original piece of independent research work, adding to existing knowledge and demonstrating an ability to select, define and focus on the topic chosen in your research proposal at an appropriate level.

Optional modules

  • Maritime Data Analytics

    The module starts with a general framework on how data can be used to improve decision-making. It uncovers the fundamental biases that interfere with the decision-making process and demonstrates how data can help us overcome them. 

    Then, we discuss the key areas of analytics: from descriptive to predictive to prescriptive and present different tools and case studies for each area. 

    The module concludes with in-depth case studies from a number of companies that illustrate how those companies managed to overcome any implementation challenges and create tangible value from data science and analytics. 

  • Maritime Technology

    This module provides you with an all-round practical insight to Maritime Technology and knowledge for working within a systems engineering context as well as on the levels of assurance required for safety and environmental protection aspects of technological development. 

    Main topics to be dealt with are all issues with a decisive impact in shipping. The technology system ship is focused, giving emphasis to an overview of state-of-the-art technologies, but also looking what the future will bring.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

You should have an honours degree (2:2 or above) from a UK university or equivalent. Merchant Marine Academy graduates or holders of equivalent qualifications can be admitted. 

We will also consider mature applicants without a first degree, as long as they possess:

  • the highest-grade certificate of competency (CoC) for unrestricted service as a master mariner or chief engineer, or equivalent maritime qualifications

AND

  • substantial relevant professional experience
  • competence in English language, demonstrated by an internationally recognised standard test (see the full English language requirements below)
  • computer competence (at least the ability to use Microsoft Office).

We may also offer applicants a place based on relevant experience or training, normally from within the work environment. All applications are considered individually.

6.5 IELTS or above

You need to meet our English language requirement of 6.5 overall score for IELTS, with a minimum of 5.5 for each of the 4 individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening). Visit our English language requirements page for information on other English language tests we accept.

You also need academic qualifications at the same level as UK applicants. In some countries where teaching is in English, we may accept local qualifications. Check for local equivalents.

We offer pre-sessional English language courses if you do not meet these requirements. Find out more about our English Language courses.

Fees & funding

Fees & funding

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Funding your studies

If you are studying a Masters course you may be eligible to apply for a Postgraduate Loan, this may help contribute towards your course fees and living costs.

Additional funding is available to some types of students, such as disabled students or those with dependants.

We offer a range of scholarships and bursaries, including awards for specific subjects. Awards for business students are also on offer. 

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Government regulation does affect tuition fees and the fees listed for courses starting in the 2025/26 academic year are subject to change.

If no fee is shown above then the fees for this course are not available yet. Please check again later for updates.

International students - funding your studies

We offer scholarships for international students including International Ambassador Scholarships. 

Further information about funding and financial support for international students is available from the UK Council for International Student Affairs.

 

Financial support for international students
Study & career progression

Study & career progression

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We have strong links with national and international employers and our graduates find employment in multiple sectors, often in senior positions. 

Graduates will gain the global mindset needed to succeed within the maritime industry. Roles open to MSc Marine Engineering Management graduates could include:

  • superintendent engineer
  • performance engineer
  • technology officer
  • project engineer
  • quality officer
  • technical management executive.

After completing your studies, you may also consider applying for a doctoral course. 

How to apply

How to apply

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Disclaimer

*Modern universities - defined as higher education institutions that were granted university status in, and subsequent to, 1992.

**The National Student Survey 2022 and 2023 - Based on an average of all 27 questions. Excludes specialist institutions.

Testimonials - our students or former students provided all of our testimonials - often a student from the course but sometimes another student. For example, the testimonial often comes from another UWL student when the course is new.

Optional modules - where optional modules are offered they will run subject to staff availability and viable student numbers opting to take the module.

Videos - all videos on our course pages were accurate at the time of filming. In some cases a new Course Leader has joined the University since the video was filmed.

Availability of placements - if you choose a course with placement/internship route we would like to advise you that if a placement/internship opportunity does not arise when you are expected to undertake the placement then the University will automatically transfer you to the non-internship route, this is to ensure you are still successful in being awarded a degree.