General information
The MSc Subsea Engineering is widely regarded as one of the best programmes of its kind in the UK. The programme is designed to prepare highly trained engineers for industry, by focusing on the fundamental skills and technical knowledge that are in demand by the subsea sector today.
MSc Subsea Engineering is also available to study part time online
The MSc Subsea Engineering programme focuses on the fundamental skills and technical knowledge needed to prepare graduate engineers for technical leadership roles within the subsea industry.
In particular, you will gain increased technical knowledge and understanding of the development and operation of subsea technologies and systems, from wellhead to topside structure interconnections, as well as the intellectual and practical skills needed to apply sound engineering principles and analysis methods to the design and installation of subsea systems.
You will also learn to use and adapt appropriate analysis tools and techniques, specialist design software and standards for design improvements and performance optimisation. In addition, you will have the opportunity to further enhance your transferable and personal skills in self-study, communication, report writing, project and time management, and problem solving.
With 40% of all the world's subsea installations located in the North Sea, Aberdeen is Europe’s leading centre for subsea development and operation. A cluster of world-leading subsea technology companies has developed around Aberdeen over the last four decades, including TechnipFMC, Aker Solutions, GE Oil & Gas, Subsea 7 and Bibby Offshore, supported by an extensive network of supply chain companies.
The School of Engineering plays a central role in researching and developing new technology to maximise recovery of oil and gas, working alongside leading international companies. The University’s location at the heart of the oil and gas industry also means that our degree programmes benefit from direct industry involvement, including industry advisory panels, guest lectures, field trips, site visits, networking and careers events, and industry supported student projects.
Semester 1
Compulsory Courses
- Offshore Structures & Subsea Systems - 15 credits
- Subsea Control - 15 credits
- Subsea Integrity 15 credits
- Subsea Construction, Inspection and Maintenance - 15 credits
Semester 2
Compulsory Courses
- Pipelines and Soil Mechanics - 15 - credits
- Risers Sytems and Hydrodynamics 15 - credits
- Flow Assurance 15 - credits
- Engineering Risk and Reliability Analysis - 15 credits
Semester 3
Compulsory Courses
- Subsea Engineering Indiviual Project - 60 - credits
- Increased technical depth and breadth of knowledge and understanding of the development and operation of subsea technologies and systems, from wellhead to topside structure interconnections.
- Intellectual and practical skills so that they can apply sound engineering principles and analysis methods to the design and installation of subsea systems, and can use and adapt appropriate analysis tools and techniques, specialist design software and Standards for design improvements and performance optimisation.
- The opportunity to further enhance their transferable and personal skills in self-study, communication, report writing, project and time management, and problem solving.
- An awareness of the roles and challenges of a practising subsea engineer based on course contents which are tailored to the current and future needs of industry, and therefore provides students with the knowledge and understanding and skills necessary for technical leadership and managerial responsibility.
Content
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Venue
Aberdeen, United Kingdom
The College of Physical Sciences
Fraser Noble Building, King's College
Aberdeen, AB24 3UE
Application
Click here to apply: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/applying-for-a-postgraduate-programme-9...
Cost:
<p>For international students entering in 2017/18, the 2017/18 tuition fee rate will apply to all years of study.</p> <ul> <li>HOME / EU / RUK STUDENTS: £5.800</li> <li>INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS: £21.000</li> </ul> <p>In exceptional circumstances there may be additional fees associated with specialist courses, for example field trip courses. Any additional fees for a course can be found in our Catalogue of Courses.</p> <p>For more information about tuition fees for this programme, including payment plans and our refund policy, please visit our <a href="http://www.abdn.ac.uk/infohub/finance/tuition-fees.php">InfoHub Tuition Fees</a> page.</p>
Prerequisites:
Degree Requirements
2:1 (upper second class) UK Honours degree, or an Honours degree from a non-UK institution which is judged by the University to be of equivalent worth in any branch of Engineering.
Flexibility may be shown to distance-learning students with 2:2 Engineering and 5+ years experience.
Language Requirements
All students entering the University must provide evidence that they can use English well enough to study effectively at the University of Aberdeen.
Details of our English language entry requirements can be found on our English Language Requirements webpages. This programme requires that you meet the College of Physical Sciences Postgraduate Standard level of English proficiency.
If you have not achieved the required scores, the University of Aberdeen offers pre-sessional English courses. Further details are available on our Language Centre website.
Nationals of some English-speaking countries or those who hold degrees from some English-speaking countries may be exempt from this requirement. Details of countries recognised as English-speaking can be found on our English Language Requirements webpages.
Application Procedure:
In order to submit an application you will need to upload:
- A completed online Postgraduate Application form
- Degree transcript. A full transcript showing all the subjects you studied and the marks you have achieved in your degree(s) so far (original & official English translation)
- Proof of proficiency in English (International applicants)
- Personal Statement. Detailed personal statement explaining your motivation for this particular programme
- Degree Certificate: a degree certificate showing your qualifications
- current CV/resume
- Optional - academic reference letter OR employer if you have 2+ years of experience.
Application deadlines
There is no deadline for those students classified as UK/EU, but allow sufficient time for your application to be processed (approximately 3 weeks).
Prospective students who require a visa to study in the UK are advised to apply as early as possible to secure a place, approximately 10 weeks prior to the commencement date of the programme. Applications for full-time study received after 30th June will be considered for entry into the following intake as appropriate. Distance-learners should apply as soon as possible and by 31st July.
Grant Opportunities:
Funding opportunities can be found in our searchable Funding Database. You are advised to search the database as a broad range of funding exists much of which you may be eligible for. A list of funding opportunties is also maintained on the College of Physical Sciences Funding Page.
- Fugro Subsea Services Ltd. scholarship – one scholarships valued at £6,000 - Full details here -www.abdn.ac.uk/funding/details.php?funding_id=77
- Subsea UK Subsea Scholarship – one scholarship valued at £8,000 - Full details here - www.abdn.ac.uk/funding/details.php?funding_id=181
- Chevron Scholarship – one scholarship valued at £18,796 - Full details here - www.abdn.ac.uk/funding/details.php?funding_id=352
Regulations:
The programme is fully accredited by the The Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (IMarEST) and the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), the Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE) and the Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation (CIHT), ensuring that your teaching is recognised by relevant bodies and that you are getting the best possible experience.
Qualification
Assessment:
Assessed by a combination of coursework and written examination. The distance learning coursework is submitted to the course tutor through the web-site and marks and comments will be sent back, also via the web. Arrangements can be made for examinations to be taken at a convenient place for you. Distance learning students near to Aberdeen are able to take their examinations at the University.
Qualification: Master of Science
Credits:
The MSc Subsea Engineering is widely regarded as one of the best programmes of its kind in the UK. The programme is designed to prepare highly trained engineers for industry, by focusing on the fundamental skills and technical knowledge that are in demand by the subsea sector today.
MSc Subsea Engineering is also available to study part time online
The MSc Subsea Engineering programme focuses on the fundamental skills and technical knowledge needed to prepare graduate engineers for technical leadership roles within the subsea industry.
In particular, you will gain increased technical knowledge and understanding of the development and operation of subsea technologies and systems, from wellhead to topside structure interconnections, as well as the intellectual and practical skills needed to apply sound engineering principles and analysis methods to the design and installation of subsea systems.
You will also learn to use and adapt appropriate analysis tools and techniques, specialist design software and standards for design improvements and performance optimisation. In addition, you will have the opportunity to further enhance your transferable and personal skills in self-study, communication, report writing, project and time management, and problem solving.
With 40% of all the world's subsea installations located in the North Sea, Aberdeen is Europe’s leading centre for subsea development and operation. A cluster of world-leading subsea technology companies has developed around Aberdeen over the last four decades, including TechnipFMC, Aker Solutions, GE Oil & Gas, Subsea 7 and Bibby Offshore, supported by an extensive network of supply chain companies.
The School of Engineering plays a central role in researching and developing new technology to maximise recovery of oil and gas, working alongside leading international companies. The University’s location at the heart of the oil and gas industry also means that our degree programmes benefit from direct industry involvement, including industry advisory panels, guest lectures, field trips, site visits, networking and careers events, and industry supported student projects.
Semester 1
Compulsory Courses
- Offshore Structures & Subsea Systems - 15 credits
- Subsea Control - 15 credits
- Subsea Integrity 15 credits
- Subsea Construction, Inspection and Maintenance - 15 credits
Semester 2
Compulsory Courses
- Pipelines and Soil Mechanics - 15 - credits
- Risers Sytems and Hydrodynamics 15 - credits
- Flow Assurance 15 - credits
- Engineering Risk and Reliability Analysis - 15 credits
Semester 3
Compulsory Courses
- Subsea Engineering Indiviual Project - 60 - credits
In order to submit an application you will need to upload:
- A completed online Postgraduate Application form
- Degree transcript. A full transcript showing all the subjects you studied and the marks you have achieved in your degree(s) so far (original & official English translation)
- Proof of proficiency in English (International applicants)
- Personal Statement. Detailed personal statement explaining your motivation for this particular programme
- Degree Certificate: a degree certificate showing your qualifications
- current CV/resume
- Optional - academic reference letter OR employer if you have 2+ years of experience.
Application deadlines
There is no deadline for those students classified as UK/EU, but allow sufficient time for your application to be processed (approximately 3 weeks).
Prospective students who require a visa to study in the UK are advised to apply as early as possible to secure a place, approximately 10 weeks prior to the commencement date of the programme. Applications for full-time study received after 30th June will be considered for entry into the following intake as appropriate. Distance-learners should apply as soon as possible and by 31st July.
Assessed by a combination of coursework and written examination. The distance learning coursework is submitted to the course tutor through the web-site and marks and comments will be sent back, also via the web. Arrangements can be made for examinations to be taken at a convenient place for you. Distance learning students near to Aberdeen are able to take their examinations at the University.
- Increased technical depth and breadth of knowledge and understanding of the development and operation of subsea technologies and systems, from wellhead to topside structure interconnections.
- Intellectual and practical skills so that they can apply sound engineering principles and analysis methods to the design and installation of subsea systems, and can use and adapt appropriate analysis tools and techniques, specialist design software and Standards for design improvements and performance optimisation.
- The opportunity to further enhance their transferable and personal skills in self-study, communication, report writing, project and time management, and problem solving.
- An awareness of the roles and challenges of a practising subsea engineer based on course contents which are tailored to the current and future needs of industry, and therefore provides students with the knowledge and understanding and skills necessary for technical leadership and managerial responsibility.
Degree Requirements
2:1 (upper second class) UK Honours degree, or an Honours degree from a non-UK institution which is judged by the University to be of equivalent worth in any branch of Engineering.
Flexibility may be shown to distance-learning students with 2:2 Engineering and 5+ years experience.
Language Requirements
All students entering the University must provide evidence that they can use English well enough to study effectively at the University of Aberdeen.
Details of our English language entry requirements can be found on our English Language Requirements webpages. This programme requires that you meet the College of Physical Sciences Postgraduate Standard level of English proficiency.
If you have not achieved the required scores, the University of Aberdeen offers pre-sessional English courses. Further details are available on our Language Centre website.
Nationals of some English-speaking countries or those who hold degrees from some English-speaking countries may be exempt from this requirement. Details of countries recognised as English-speaking can be found on our English Language Requirements webpages.
The programme is fully accredited by the The Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (IMarEST) and the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), the Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE) and the Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation (CIHT), ensuring that your teaching is recognised by relevant bodies and that you are getting the best possible experience.
