Ocean and Naval Architectural Engineering Memorial University of Newfoundland

Overview

The Ocean and Naval Architectural Engineering programme at Memorial University of Newfoundland provides students with the technical expertise required to design, analyse, and manage complex marine systems. This comprehensive degree covers a wide range of maritime technology, including underwater vehicles, wave-measuring buoys, and offshore platforms. Students develop a deep understanding of how to create safe and functional equipment for the demanding ocean environment.

As a professional engineering discipline, the curriculum integrates various scientific fields to address the challenges of the ocean-going community. Participants learn to balance functional requirements with structural strength and safety standards.

Why Ocean and Naval Architectural Engineering at Memorial University of Newfoundland?

This programme is recognised as one of the premier maritime engineering courses in North America. It holds the distinction of being the only CEAB-accredited ocean and naval architectural engineering programme in Canada. Furthermore, it is the only such programme globally to include mandatory co-operative education, ensuring every graduate has professional work experience.

The university provides access to specialised research facilities and researcher profiles that enhance the learning environment. Students benefit from a global network of co-op placements, with opportunities spanning across Canada, the United States, Europe, and Asia. This international exposure allows students to apply their classroom knowledge to real-world engineering problems in diverse industrial settings.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 22500 per year
• National fee: CAD 6750 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum covers essential topics in marine design and hydrodynamics. Modules may include:

• Ocean Engineering Hydrostatics
• Marine Production Management
• Resistance and Propulsion of Ships
• Fluid Mechanics
• Marine Engineering Systems
• Submersibles
• Marine Hydrodynamics
• Ocean Systems Design
• Advanced Marine Vehicles

Careers with Ocean and Naval Architectural Engineering

Graduates are prepared for professional roles as naval architects and ocean engineers. They are qualified to conceive, design, and construct a variety of floating equipment, including large commercial ships and complex drill rigs. The skills acquired during the programme allow for careers in ship structures, hydrodynamic design, and the management of marine systems.

Employment opportunities are found within the ocean-going community, offshore energy industries, and maritime research organisations. Because of the mandatory co-op component, graduates often enter the workforce with a significant advantage, having already established connections within the global engineering industry through their placements in various international regions.