MSc Sustainable Marine Craft and Superyacht Design in Southampton United Kingdom | Southampton Solent University

Explore cutting-edge methods for creating innovative, eco-friendly superyacht and marine vessel designs. Gain insights from Solent's specialized yacht engineering faculty and Centre for Marine Sustainability.
The MSc in Sustainable Marine Craft and Superyacht Design program prepares you with essential engineering principles, analytical capabilities, and hands-on design expertise required for careers in leisure or commercial marine design, focusing on vessels ranging from 24 to 120 meters.

Through practical design assignments, you'll delve into naval architecture, structural engineering, and system integration. Every project must adhere to maritime regulations while incorporating sustainable practices and lifecycle considerations.

In Solent's advanced marine design CAD lab, you'll master professional drafting, modeling, and analysis software prevalent in the industry. This includes using specialized hull design software and CAD tools to create precise 2D technical drawings and 3D digital models.

The program provides access to Solent University's 60-meter tow tank facility, where you'll conduct performance testing and refine sailing configurations for wind-powered vessels or optimize propulsion systems for motorized craft.

Graduates emerge with industry-ready design capabilities, potentially completing their final project in collaboration with commercial design firms. This qualification opens doors to global career opportunities or advanced research through PhD studies.