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University of Aberdeen: Offshore Engineering
Institution | University of Aberdeen View institution profile |
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Department | School of Engineering |
Web | https://www.abdn.ac.uk |
pgadmissions@abdn.ac.uk | |
Telephone | 01224 272090 |
Study type | Taught |
Summary
Aimed at both practising engineers and recent graduates, this programme is designed to equip students with the skills needed to work in a wide variety of roles in the offshore engineering sector, including oil and gas and renewables. The MSc Offshore Engineering programme draws upon the School of Engineering's strengths in both subsea engineering and renewable energy engineering, to investigate modern applications of offshore engineering including marine renewables and subsea oil and gas.
The programme is designed to be accessible to applicants from a wide range of engineering disciplines such as civil, petroleum or mechanical engineering, but also electrical and electronic engineers interested in a career in subsea controls. A unique strength of the MSc Offshore Engineering programme at Aberdeen is the inclusion of courses on marine renewables and marine environment impact assessments, alongside courses on subsea construction, which gives our graduates greater opportunities across the wider field of marine energy. In particular, this aspect of the programme appeals to engineers working within the subsea oil and gas industry, who are looking to diversify towards offshore renewable energy.
Scotland is leading the way in tidal stream and wave energy projects. The Scottish government has a target 100% of gross electricity consumption to come from renewables by 2020, of which offshore wind is expected to make the greatest contribution. The established engineering expertise and offshore experience based in the northeast of Scotland means that Aberdeen has emerged as a hub for offshore renewable engineering in recent years.
MSc
Level | SCQF Level 11 |
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Entry requirements | A UK Honours degree at 2:1 (upper second class), 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. Students with a 2:1 in Applied Mathematics or Physics may also be considered on a case-by-case basis. Those with a 2:2 Honours degree in Engineering may also be considered if they can demonstrate 3+ years of relevant industry experience. |
Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
Level | SCQF Level 11 |
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Entry requirements | A UK Honours degree at 2:1 (upper second class), 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. Students with a 2:1 in Applied Mathematics or Physics may also be considered on a case-by-case basis. Those with a 2:2 Honours degree in Engineering may also be considered if they can demonstrate 3+ years of relevant industry experience. |
Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
Level | SCQF Level 11 |
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Entry requirements | A UK Honours degree at 2:1 (upper second class), 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. Students with a 2:1 in Applied Mathematics or Physics may also be considered on a case-by-case basis. Those with a 2:2 Honours degree in Engineering may also be considered if they can demonstrate 3+ years of relevant industry experience. |
Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
Fees
Republic of Ireland | 11077 GBP for Year 1 |
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EU | 27000 GBP for Year 1 |
England | 11077 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 11077 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 11077 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 11077 GBP for Year 1 |
Channel Islands | 27000 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 27000 GBP for Year 1 |
Level | SCQF Level 11 |
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Entry requirements | A UK Honours degree at 2:1 (upper second class), 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. Students with a 2:1 in Applied Mathematics or Physics may also be considered on a case-by-case basis. Those with a 2:2 Honours degree in Engineering may also be considered if they can demonstrate 3+ years of relevant industry experience. |
Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
Fees
Republic of Ireland | 11077 GBP for Year 1 |
---|---|
EU | 27000 GBP for Year 1 |
England | 11077 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 11077 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 11077 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 11077 GBP for Year 1 |
Channel Islands | 27000 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 27000 GBP for Year 1 |
Level | SCQF Level 11 |
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Entry requirements | A UK Honours degree at 2:1 (upper second class), 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. Students with a 2:1 in Applied Mathematics or Physics may also be considered on a case-by-case basis. Those with a 2:2 Honours degree in Engineering may also be considered if they can demonstrate 3+ years of relevant industry experience. |
Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
Fees
Republic of Ireland | 10600 GBP for Year 1 |
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EU | 25100 GBP for Year 1 |
England | 10600 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 10600 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 10600 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 10600 GBP for Year 1 |
Channel Islands | 10600 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 25100 GBP for Year 1 |
Level | SCQF Level 11 |
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Entry requirements | A UK Honours degree at 2:1 (upper second class), 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. Students with a 2:1 in Applied Mathematics or Physics may also be considered on a case-by-case basis. Those with a 2:2 Honours degree in Engineering may also be considered if they can demonstrate 3+ years of relevant industry experience. |
Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
Fees
Republic of Ireland | 10600 GBP for Year 1 |
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EU | 25100 GBP for Year 1 |
England | 10600 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 10600 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 10600 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 10600 GBP for Year 1 |
Channel Islands | 10600 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 25100 GBP for Year 1 |

Overview
The University of Aberdeen is Scotland’s third oldest university and the fifth oldest in the UK. Founded by Bishop William Elphinstone in 1495, the beautiful campus attracts a diverse international community of over 14,000 students from over 130 countries.
The University of Aberdeen is ranked as a Top 20 UK university by the Guardian University Guide 2024 and Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024, and ranks among the best 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023). It also ranks second across Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland for student satisfaction in The …
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