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Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Marine Engineering

MS6-W01-23 Institute of Engineering and Transport Centre for Maritime Studies Department

Programme of Study offered on Full Time basis as per MCAST Course Offering – Prospectus 2026/27
It is recommended that you visit How to Apply for further information regarding how to submit an online application, as well as important Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).
MQF / EQF LevelLevel 6
Duration3 Years Full-time
ECTS Credits180 ECTS Credits
Work Based Learning

Placement / Internship

Course Description

This degree programme deals with construction, operation and maintenance of engines and machinery in ships and marine installations. The learner will gain an understanding of developed and emerging technologies whilst applying theoretical and practical methods in the analysis and solution of marine engineering related problems. At this level of study, one will be expected to develop the qualities needed for employment in situations requiring the exercise of personal responsibility, technical leadership and commercial management in complex and unpredictable circumstances as expected in the Maritime industry.

Career Opportunities

Marine Technologist,

Marine Surveyor

Entry Requirements

Internal Progression Route…

  • Any MCAST MQF Level 4 Advanced Diploma offered by the Institute of Engineering and Transport, or
  • MCAST Undergraduate Diploma in Foundations of Engineering

OR

2 subjects as A-Level passes and 2 subjects as I-Level passes

Compulsory A-Levels: Physics AND Mathematics (Pure or Applied)

Other notes related to this programme

An Applicant aged 23 years and over, and not in possession of the above Entry Requirements, may wish to apply via the Maturity Clause route.  Applicants under Maturity Clause must still present clear documentation showing that they have a number of achievements in hand together with their School Leaving formal Certificate / document (to confirm their successful completion of compulsory schooling).  Age is not the only eligibility factor in such instances.  Besides documents showing their past achievements, applicants must present a detailed CV using the Europass format, as well as the most recent official JobsPlus Employment History.

 

Further important information can be found under the respective Admissions FAQ https://mcast.edu.mt/maturity-clause/ 

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