Marine Technology with Small Craft Technology Newcastle University

Course Overview

Our professionally accredited three-year Small Craft Technology BEng Honours degree covers the design and operation of small craft, such as yachts, leisure crafts and catamarans.

At a Glance

UCAS Code
H520

UCAS Institution Name and Code
NEWC, N21

Degree Awarded
BEng Honours

Course Duration
3 Years

Entry Requirements
A Level: AAB
IB: 35 points

Opportunities
Professionally accredited

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Small craft are specialist marine products, like hydrofoiling racing yachts, eco-friendly fishing vessels and high-tech lifeboats.

They form a significant proportion of the UK marine industry and often have to perform in the most demanding environments.

This degree equips you with the specialist knowledge to design the latest boats, using advanced technologies.

After learning the fundamentals of marine technology in your first two years, you'll move on to specialist modules in:

• small craft design
• marine structures
• small craft hydrodynamics

The degree responds to the fast growth in this industry and encompasses naval architecture, marine dynamics, propulsion and materials science.

Highlights of this degree

Professional accreditation

Accreditation provides industry-wide recognition for the quality of your degree. This degree is accredited by the:

• Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST)
• Royal Institution of Naval Architects
• Engineering Council

Fast track your career

Our professionally accredited degrees set you on the route to Chartered Engineer (CEng) status

Entry requirements for this course

Contact Newcastle University to find course entry requirements.

View foundation and pathway programmes to help you meet academic and language entry requirements.