After completing my B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering from Annamalai University, Chennai, as a marine engineer, I had the opportunity to sail the high seas for 5 years. After this, I wanted to pursue higher studies and specialise in marine engineering. I also longed to experience a diverse culture and lifestyle. All these factors led me to choose Master’s in Marine Engineering from Newcastle University, U.K.
The programme offered by Newcastle University (NU) is full-time and for one year. Predominantly, the topics are associated with naval architecture (hull and propulsor) and marine engineering (machinery).
Apart from exams, the course work and assignments are really challenging and enhanced my ability to think outside the box.
Newcastle experience U.K.’s historical roots inmaritime date back centuries, and this legacy motivated me to study at the U.K. The first thing that caught my attention was the award winning maritime research institution especially in the field of marine technology. The course is delivered by the School of Marine Science andTechnology and is accredited by the Royal Institution of Naval Architects (RINA) and the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST) on behalf of the Engineering Council.
The designed modules covered in my master’s degree were diverse, starting from technical ship theories to commercial management of ships.
NU is situated at the heart of the North-East of England. It has great infrastructure together with highly knowledgeable tutors who have reached great heights in the industry.
The tuition fee justified the master’s degree and helped me gain the knowledge and forge a carer. Scholarship awards were given to outstanding students
Life at NU NU is quite well known for its friendly atmosphere and the opportunity to meet students from different countries. Starting from Robinson library to the laboratory facilities and the computer clusters around the campus, facilities are in plenty.
There are various societies such as international society (for international students), mathematics society, etc. Each society has student members carrying out interesting programmes, tours and festivals. As far as the marine industry is concerned, there are plenty of opportunities in and around the U.K. My experience as a student of NU has definitely given me an edge.
The writer works for V-Ships U.K., Glasgow as a feet technical control engineer.
Published - May 31, 2015 05:10 pm IST
