Offshore, Subsea and Pipeline Engineering MSc

Our MSc in Offshore, Subsea and Pipeline Engineering will deepen your knowledge, giving you the essential skills required to become a practising engineer in a demanding industry.

About this course

Newcastle University is home to the largest and broadest dedicated marine technology research group in the UK, this means you'll be taught by leaders in their field. You'll also benefit from our cutting-edge facilities.

Our MSc is designed for graduates in:

• marine technology/engineering
• offshore engineering
• naval architecture
• mechanical engineering
• related disciplines

You will focus on the fundamentals of offshore, subsea and pipeline engineering and develop knowledge and skills in the following which are critical in the industry:

• the dynamics of offshore installations
• advanced structural design
• marine risers, umbilicals and mooring lines
• reliability and integrity management of marine systems

Our close industry links ensure you'll engage and network with key engineering companies as part of an enhanced learning journey.

Our industrial partners will teach you the key design and manufacturing skills required in the sector. You will also learn about operational methods by site visits to manufacturing facilities. These include:

• design and manufacture of subsea umbilicals with TechnipFM

• offshore pipeline and cable laying methods as well as subsea trench operations with Royal IHC

• teaching of subsea valves with BEL Valves

• design and manufacture of flexible risers with Baker Hughes

These site visits will enable you to put theory into practice, as well as enhance your industry networks.