Maritime Energy Efficiency

Entry requirements

The normal requirements for entry to the award Programme are as follows:

1. An honours degree or equivalent in Maritime, Naval Architecture, Transport, Logistics, Business, Management or related studies.
2. Applicants with an unclassified degree and significant relevant industrial experience as ship operators, superintendents, port and shipyard managers and other maritime professionals may be considered.
3. Evidence of experiential learning in the maritime industry, such as a Master Mariner or Chief Engineer Certificate of Competence.

Alternative qualifications considered:

1. Other qualifications considered by the course team to be of similar academic level to the above.
2. Other qualifications or experience deemed to be equivalent to the above. In particular, mature students must provide evidence of adequate educational and/or industrial experience to assure a reasonable chance of success on the award programme.
3. All applicants must provide evidence of competence in English. The level of English language required should be equivalent to 6.5 for IELTS with at least 5.5 in individual components, within the previous 24 months.
4. Applicants who have studied and successfully achieved a UK Degree within the previous 24 months are exempt from the requirements to produce evidence of competence in English.
5. The Department actively supports the University Equal Opportunities policy and strategy in its underlying philosophy to value and respect individuals, and its commitment to maximize the potential of each student. The Department is committed to complying with all relevant legislation. Applications from students with disabilities are positively welcomed.
6. Applications are considered on the basis of academic criteria alone. Students are invited to contact the Equal Opportunities Unit for an information pack detailing the facilities, support available and physical access to the main University buildings. Students may also visit the University to discuss support strategies with the University Disability Welfare Advisor.

International requirements:

• Please note that this programme requires offer holders to apply for ATAS. For more information please visit https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/international/holding-offer-of-study/atas-guidance

Months of entry

January, September

Course content

MSc Maritime Energy Efficiency with specialist modules covering Energy Efficiency, Marine Environmental Protection and Maritime Cyber Security

The technological and regulatory developments in the maritime industry, particularly those related to ship's energy efficiency and emission control, have caused a void that LJMU has recognised can only be filled through a formal educational programme. Discussions at IMO could potentially lead to a new ‘energy efficiency officer’ role onboard ship, in order to help achieve the IMO’s target of 40% reduction CO2 emissions by 2030 and 70% by 2050. These shore or shipboard personnel will also need a thorough awareness of issues related to Cyber Security and environment protection. The new programme will incorporate modules on Energy Efficiency, and Cyber Security Marine Environment Protection. This programme will therefore suit all personnel who need to enhance their knowledge and abilities in these areas.

The course will combine our expertise in engineering, renewable and maritime teaching and research, to provide a holistic solution for shipping, ports and shipyards.

The foundation of this one year MSc Maritime Energy Efficiency programme is built around three subject specialist modules; 'Conventional Fuels and Alternative Energy Sources’, ‘Marine Environmental Protection’ and ‘Energy Efficiency (Ships and Ports)’. The unique content of this programme covers topics not often seen in higher education, for personnel considering coming ashore from a seafaring career, or for those progressing into management level roles in shore based ship management.

The MSc Maritime Energy Efficiency programme design takes into consideration the current technological and regulatory developments in the industry and at IMO, their integration into industrial operations and appreciation of their limitations – all factors that will provide the students completing this course with a distinct standing in the industry and career progression to senior management roles, allowing them to manage and/or operate their ships efficiently.

Information for international students

Fees and funding

Please see the course page for details.