Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering
University of British ColumbiaProgram Overview
The Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering at University of British Columbia is a MEng programme in Engineering over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: CAD 42,024 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; CAD 27,540 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
- Location: Vancouver, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to Ship Structures
- Introduction to Ship Hydrodynamics
- Marine Engineering
- Ship Production and Industrial Engineering
- Advanced Ship Structures
- Advanced Ship Hydrodynamics
- Ship Dynamics and Control
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants must hold the academic equivalent of a four-year bachelors degree in engineering from UBC, conferred at a recognized institution in North America with:
- A minimum overall average of B+ (76% at UBC) in third- and fourth-year level courses, or
- Academic standing with at least 12 credits of third- or fourth-year level courses in the A-grade range (at UBC 80% or higher), or
- Applicants who do not meet either of the above requirements, but who have several years of relevant professional experience to offset such deficiencies, may be granted admission on the recommendation of the Program Director.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 42,024 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; CAD 27,540 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 42,024 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; CAD 27,540 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of British Columbia directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of British Columbia
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, Canada
public research university in British Columbia, Canada
University Profile- Application Deadline May, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
