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BEng (Hons) Naval Architecture with Ocean Engineering Bachelor's degree at Strathclyde
BEng (Hons) Naval Architecture with Ocean Engineering at Strathclyde. Naval architecture uniquely combines engineering rigour with the design and performance of ships and floating structures.
BEng (Hons)
Award
4
Years
Full-time
Study mode
90%
in work/study (15m)
About this course
BEng (Hons) Naval Architecture with Ocean Engineering is a Bachelor's degree (BEng (Hons)) at Strathclyde, based in John Anderson Campus. It runs 4 years, studied full-time.
For Naval architecture graduates from this provider, 90% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, 65% in highly skilled roles, typical earnings around £32,500. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for Architecture, see the sections below.
Course evidence score
The arithmetic mean of the official measures available for this course: NSS satisfaction, graduate activity and continuation.
9.1
/ 10
Exceptional
3 of 3 official measures
Student satisfaction
What students say in the National Student Survey
Excellent88
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Graduate outcomes
In work or further study 15 months after graduating
Exceptional90
Limited evidence Published sample: 20; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2021-23. Graduate Outcomes work or further study 90% (2021-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Continuation
Students who continue past their first year
Exceptional95
Published threshold met Discover Uni suppresses continuation data below its publication threshold. Cohort 2022-23. Continuation 95% (2022-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Curriculum & modules
Real modules published for this course, grouped only where the source gives a year, stage or level.
Year 1 6 modules
- Engineering Mechanics
Module details
Provides basic tools for more advanced studies. Covers forces, energy, work, momentum and heat and their application to engineering problems.
- Introduction to Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering
Module details
Covers maritime transportation, basic hydrostatics, shipping, marine engineering, and ocean/offshore platforms. Provides understanding of marine transportation's importance and applications of engineering principles in the marine sector.
Assessment: Class test (25%), design, build and test project (25%), final exam (50%)
- Analysis Tools for Marine Design
Module details
Equips students with graphical and computational tools for marine design. Covers AutoCAD, Rhino, Microsoft Excel, MathCad and Matlab with applications to weight, CG estimation, hull calculations and structural engineering design.
Assessment: Three coursework assignments
- Mathematics 1B
Module details
Covers concepts and applications of functions, differentiation, integration and complex numbers.
- Mathematics 2B
Module details
Covers concepts and applications of calculus, geometry, vectors, matrices and numerical methods.
- Elective ClassesOptional20 credits
Module details
One 20 credit module from any department in the University.
Year 2 7 modules
- Hydrostatics & Stability of Marine Vehicles
Module details
Covers fundamental principles of naval architecture, hydrostatics and stability of marine vehicles, flotation, moments of area, longitudinal and transverse stability, free surface effects, inclining experiments, damage stability and dynamic stability.
Assessment: Two class exams (one in Semester 1, one in Semester 2), two coursework assignments (Semester 1 reflective essay, Semester 2 practical inclining test and calculation report)
- Marine Engineering Fundamentals
Module details
Covers basic laws of fluid mechanics, ship resistance analysis, similitude, ship resistance prediction methods, ship propulsion and propulsor design, thermodynamics, thermal systems, electrical networks and electromagnetic principles.
Assessment: Class test (30%), two exams (35% & 35%)
- Principles of Marine Design & Production
Module details
Covers naval architecture design software, design modification and analysis, technical drawing creation, ship construction methods, shipyard layout, steel production and assembly, outfitting and ship commissioning.
Assessment: Coursework in Semester 1 (Maxsurf related), coursework in Semester 2 (ship production and shipbuilding), final exam at end of Semester 2
- Analysis & Design of Marine Structures 1
Module details
Develops understanding of structural mechanics application to ship and offshore structures. Covers force vectors, moments, equilibrium, free-body diagrams, distributed loading, truss systems, stress, strain, material properties, bending, shear and torsion.
Assessment: Two exams (40% each) during first and second semester exam periods, two coursework assignments (10% each)
- Engineering Applications for Naval Architects & Marine Engineers
Module details
Provides practical experience of research, design and manufacturing processes. Covers project planning, risk assessment, ship hydrostatics, renewable energy, waves and wave energy devices. Includes CAD/CAM software experience, team working and project planning.
Assessment: Group project designing a wave energy device, written reports and presentations
- Mathematics 3B
Module details
Continues from Year 1 mathematics. Covers advanced estimation methods, calculus and differential equations.
- Fluid Mechanics in Naval Architecture, Ocean & Marine Engineering
Module details
Develops fundamentals of fluid mechanics in the context of naval architecture, ocean and marine engineering.
Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.
Course in depth
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
What you'll study
You'll study the design and engineering of ships and offshore structures. A course like this typically begins with design studio work, where you learn through drawing, making and critique, alongside foundational modules in construction, materials and how structures work. In Year 2, you'll progress to more complex design briefs set in real contexts, explore environmental and structural principles, and develop digital skills such as CAD and BIM. From Year 3 onwards, you'll undertake a major design project, often the centrepiece of your degree, and study professional practice, ethics and the maritime industry. Throughout, you can develop specialisations such as sustainable design, design studio work, and digital tools. A dissertation or research component sits alongside practical design work.
Who it's for
You're suited to this course if you enjoy physics and mathematics, and find yourself curious about how vessels are engineered to perform at sea. Naval architecture requires analytical thinking, precision and the ability to work through complex technical problems, you should be comfortable with those demands. You'll thrive here if you're drawn to applied engineering rather than pure theory, and if the prospect of contributing to maritime innovation appeals to you. This is hands-on, specialist study; expect to engage deeply with design principles, fluid dynamics and real-world engineering challenges.
Careers & job market
Across architecture courses nationally, 89% of graduates are in work or further study within 15 months of graduating. Of those working, 75% are in highly skilled roles or continue into further study. Starting salaries for architecture graduates nationally fall between £23,500 and £28,000 at the 15-month mark. After five years, national earnings for the field range from £24,650 to £34,800. These are sector-wide figures and individual outcomes depend on role, location and specialisation.
University & format
The University of Strathclyde is a public university founded in 1796, located on the John Anderson Campus in Glasgow. The BEng (Hons) Naval Architecture with Ocean Engineering degree is taught full-time over 4 years in English. It is a recognised UK degree-awarding body, so your degree is nationally recognised.
Student satisfaction
How students on this course answered the National Student Survey, by theme.
Share of students responding positively. Overall student satisfaction: 100%.
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
Application timelineWhat happens next
- 2027 entryCompleted applications can be submitted
Your application needs a reference before you can send it.
- 2026 entryFinal date for 2026 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2026 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
- 2027 entryEqual-consideration deadline
18:00 UK time for most undergraduate courses.
Show 5 later dates
- 2027 entryUCAS Extra opens
Applicants who used all five choices and hold no offer may be able to add another choice.
- 2027 entryLast day applications go directly to providers
Applications received after 18:00 UK time are entered into Clearing.
- 2027 entryClearing opens
Eligible applicants can see vacancies and release themselves into Clearing.
- 2027 entryFinal date for 2027 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2027 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
PlacementPublished placement option
Work placement. Availability, selection and pay can vary.
Entry & how to get in
Most entrants held A-levels or equivalent55% of accepted students came in with A-levels or equivalent (entrants over recent years).
Typical UCAS tariff: 224 - 239 pointsThe most common UCAS tariff band among accepted students. This is what entrants had, not a stated requirement.
Entry requirements are set by the universityGrades, subjects and contextual offers vary. Check Strathclyde's official course page for the current offer.
Who gets in
What recently admitted students actually held, official admissions data, not a stated requirement.
UCAS tariff of entrants
Grades are the A-level equivalent of each points band. Tap a band to check your own chances below.
Qualifications held on entry
| Qualification | Share |
|---|---|
| A-levels or equivalent | 55% |
| Other | 22% |
| No / unknown prior qualifications | 17% |
| another higher-education qualification | 5% |
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Competitive entry
Accepted students typically held strong UCAS tariffs. Check how your predicted grades compare and whether a contextual offer applies.
Will you get in? Plot your grades
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Your UCAS points0
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Each bar is the share of admitted students in that UCAS-points band (lower → higher). Grades show the A-level equivalent.
Add your grades to see where you land
Based on the official admitted-student tariff distribution. Many universities make contextual (reduced-grade) offers, so a result below the range doesn’t rule you out.
How to apply
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
Apply by13 January 2027, 18:00 UK timefor this course
Typical gradesA*A*A*+A-level equivalent admitted students held
UCAS codeH512quote this on your application
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course (code H512). One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write your personal statement
A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.
- 3Submit by 13 January 2027, 18:00 UK time
UCAS equal-consideration deadline for most undergraduate courses. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results day & confirmation
On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.
💡 Many universities make a contextual (reduced-grade) offer, for example based on your school’s results, time in care, or where you live. Ask Strathclyde whether you’re eligible before you apply; it can lower the grades you need.
Fees & funding
What this course costs and how UK student finance covers it.
Tuition per year
International£30,950 / yr
Provider fee page. Set under Scotland's student-finance system; the provider's page is authoritative.
Check fees at Strathclyde →If you normally live in Scotland
For eligible Scottish-domiciled students at an eligible Scottish provider, SAAS can pay tuition directly. Living-cost support can combine bursary and loan and depends on household income and student circumstances. Students from elsewhere use their home funding body.
Check the current amounts with SAAS →Paying for it
- SAAS tuition payment: paid directly to the university for eligible Scottish-domiciled students, applied for through SAAS.
- Living-cost support: a mix of bursary and loan from SAAS, depending on household income.
- Repayment: only above the Scottish repayment threshold, and written off at the end of the plan term.
- Earn alongside: most students work part-time in term, part-time roles on the StudySmarter job board.
Scotland runs its own system through SAAS; check saas.gov.uk for current rates.
Funding matched to this course
All Strathclyde funding →Scholarships & bursaries you could qualify for
Named awards published by the university. Compare the eligibility and application route before budgeting for one.
Faculty of Engineering International Scholarship15% reduction in tuition fees
self-funded, international (non-EU) undergraduate students beginning September 2026
Check eligibility →Amounts, exclusions and deadlines can change. An award is not guaranteed unless the university confirms it.
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Careers & earnings
What Architecture graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
Graduate earnings: this course
| When | Median | Typical range | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months after | £32,500 | £30,000 – £35,500 | 20 |
| 3 years after | £32,000 | £24,500 – £35,000 | 55 |
| 5 years after | £38,000 | £30,500 – £45,500 | 55 |
Nominal earnings for graduates of this course/subject at this provider. Limited evidence. Published sample: 20; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2021-23.
Graduate outcomes, 15 months on: this course
90%
in work or further study 15 months on
65%
in highly skilled work or study
95%
continue past their first year
85%
find their work meaningful
80%
say work fits their future plans
- 1Graduate roleFirst role after the degree · 0–2 yrs
- 2Specialist / PractitionerWorking in architecture · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior / LeadLeading work and people · 5–10 yrs
- 4Head of / ExpertSenior leadership or deep expertise · 10+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs Architecture nationally
Starting (15 months) HESA GO
£32,500
£23,500 – £28,000After 3 years LEO
£32,000
£20,825 – £29,400After 5 years LEO
£38,000
£24,650 – £34,800national rangethis course’s medianaxis £19,500 – £39,500
National figures for Architecture graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
Work out your pay
Headline figures hide a lot. Calculate realistic take-home pay for this field by role, region and experience, then check your CV before you apply.
What happened to 100 students?
Choose an outcome to translate the published percentage into a simple 100-person view. Each dot represents one percentage point, not an individual tracked student.
90 of 100
were in work or further study
15 months after graduation
80% working10% working and studying0% in further study65% in highly skilled work or study
Source: Discover Uni, using Graduate Outcomes and continuation data. Cohorts: 2021-23. Limited evidence. Published sample: 20; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2021-23. Each tab is a separate published measure; categories can overlap and should not be added together.
Value compared with similar courses
How this course’s 5-year median earnings compare with Architecture courses at the same study level.
This course £38,000Peer median £29,000Middle 50% £27,000–£34,500
85th percentile
Compared with 228 courses with compatible official earnings data. This is a course-value comparison, not a quality ranking.
UK occupations graduates enter
Published graduate destinations, joined conservatively to UK SOC 2020, ONS pay and Skills England demand.
- Engineering professionalsSOC 2020 212 · 55% of published destinations · ASHE median £50,325
Discover Uni JOBLIST/JOBTYPE; ONS ASHE 2025 provisional, all employee jobs; Skills England Occupations in Demand 2025. SOC is shown only for an exact normalised label match; demand is shown only at exact four-digit SOC. Published sample: 55; response rate: 60%. Pay describes the occupation across workers, not a guaranteed graduate salary.
Job market & outlook
How Architecture graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
89%
in work or further study 15 months after graduating, across Architecture courses nationally.
Graduate Outcomes75%
of working graduates are in highly skilled work or further study.
highly skilled89%
of students continue past their first year (still enrolled or completed).
continuationHow AI is changing the work
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
What AI takes off your plate
- Routine information gathering
- First-draft writing and summaries
- Standard analysis and admin
- Repetitive processing tasks
More human than ever
- Judgement and original thinking
- Working with and leading people
- Owning and sense-checking AI output
- Ethics and accountability
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Roles & employers
Where Architecture graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- Architecture practices
- Property developers
- Local-authority planning
- Construction firms
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit Architecture graduates.
Architecture Design Lead EMEANeko HealthArchitecture Director - Data CentresAECOMArchitecture Managing Consultant: Consumer & Manufacturing GrowthAstro Studios, Inc.Architecture Lead on Equipment ManagementAirbusArchitecture - Senior Solutions Architect - IT1Parkdean Resorts UK LimitedArchitecture Managing Consultant, Consumer & ManufacturingPA ConsultingLive from the StudySmarter job board · as of 2026-08-01.See all matching jobs
Is this course right for you?
The essentials UK applicants ask about: finance, outcomes, entry and quality.
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Student finance
Fees for this course are set under Scotland's own student-finance system, not the England cap; check the provider's course page for the exact figure. Tuition for eligible Scottish-domiciled students is paid by SAAS directly to the university, applied for through SAAS and not Student Finance England. Living-cost support is a mix of bursary and loan, and you repay only above the Scottish threshold.
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Where graduates go
90% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, with a median salary of £32,500. See the full breakdown in Careers & earnings above.
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Your entry chances
Use the UCAS points calculator above to see how your predicted grades compare with admitted students, and whether a contextual offer could apply.
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Official-data snapshot
Averaging the official measures published for it, this course scores 9.1 out of 10: NSS 88.3% · in work or study 90% · continued 95%.
Who studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
The University of Strathclyde
All students22,225
International18.8%
Aged 25+28.6%
Architecture, building and planning across the UK
Students67,475
Aged 25+33.9%
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
Is Architecture right for you?
Tick what applies to you and see how good a fit it is.
International students
What applying to Strathclyde from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
Tuition fees
International tuition is £30,950 / year for this course (from the provider’s fee page). You’re not eligible for UK Tuition Fee or Maintenance Loans, so plan for fees plus living costs upfront.
English language
Most UK undergraduate courses ask for around IELTS 6.0–6.5 (no band below 5.5–6.0), or an accepted equivalent. If you’re just short, most universities run a pre-sessional English course that counts towards the requirement.
Student visa
You’ll usually need a Student visa (Student Route). After you accept an offer the university issues a CAS; you then show funds for fees plus about £1,023–£1,334/month living costs and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge for NHS access.
Scholarships & funding
Strathclyde offers the Faculty of Engineering International Scholarship (15% reduction in tuition fees) for international students, see Scholarships above.
Living costs
Budget roughly £1,100–£1,400/month outside London and £1,400–£1,800/month in London for rent, food and travel; the figure also matters for your visa.
Working while you study
A Student visa usually allows up to 20 hours/week in term time and full-time in holidays, useful alongside study, though not something to rely on for fees.
Visa rules and fees change. Always confirm the current requirements with Strathclyde and gov.uk before you apply.
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Common questions
How competitive is entry?
Entry is competitive. Accepted students typically held strong UCAS tariffs. The most common tariff band among recent entrants was 224 - 239 UCAS points. Use the calculator on this page to see where your predicted grades would put you; many universities also make lower contextual offers.
What are the entry requirements?
Set by Strathclyde. Most accepted students held A-levels or equivalent. Check the university's course page for the exact offer.
What do graduates go on to do?
For Naval architecture graduates from this provider, 90% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, 65% in highly skilled roles, typical earnings around £32,500. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
What will it cost me?
Fees for this course are set under Scotland's own student-finance system, not the England cap; check the provider's course page for the exact figure. Tuition for eligible Scottish-domiciled students is paid by SAAS directly to the university, applied for through SAAS and not Student Finance England. Living-cost support is a mix of bursary and loan, and you repay only above the Scottish threshold. See Fees & funding on this page to work out your numbers.
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