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Why choose this course? Marine vessels have undergone significant advancements in recent times. Modern designs incorporate cutting-edge materials and technology to create lighter, faster, more durable, eco-friendly, and safer watercraft through innovative engineering approaches.This program trains designers with comprehensive expertise in ship design, construction, operation, and maintenance, with a special focus on developing high-performance leisure and commercial vessels. These include sailing yachts, powerboats, fast ferries, hydrofoils, hovercraft, fishing boats, and futuristic concept designs.Our curriculum allows students to explore specialized areas like high-performance marine vessels, marine engineering, or ocean engineering.BEng students demonstrating exceptional academic performance may have the option to transition to our MEng program.Why study with us?Gain expertise in designing, constructing, and operating marine vesselsUtilize state-of-the-art facilities including our towing wave tank, engine laboratory, virtual reality lab, and full-mission ship bridge simulatorOpportunity to train on our department's 33-foot racing yachtAccess to departmental and faculty-sponsored scholarships and fundingInternational internship possibilitiesCareer prospectsGraduates in Naval Architecture and High Performance Marine Vehicles develop valuable analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills, opening doors to diverse career paths.Our alumni work across various sectors including Defense, Marine Design, Oil and Gas (both subsea and onshore/offshore operations), Ship Classification, Technical Services, and Engineering Consulting. Potential roles include Naval Architect, Junior Naval Architect, Ship Surveyor, Marine Engineer, and Project Engineer.