Marine Technology - Master's Programme
Marine Technology
Marine Technology Master's Programme
- MasterFull time, 2 years
- Location
Trondheim
- Requirements See Admission
- Max. places See Admission
- LanguageEnglish
- Apply before See Admission
International MSc in Marine Technology
Join one of the world’s top-ranked programmes in marine technology and shape the future of the ocean industries! This master’s degree combines cutting edge knowledge, hands-on training, and six specialisations. Located in Trondheim – Norway’s best student city with a vibrant student life, stunning nature and an inspiring international community.
With excellent employment rates and global recognition, the programme is a gateway to a meaningful and impactful career in the maritime sector.
We are ranked as the best in the world for Marine/Ocean Engineering by EduRank 2025, and the third best in the world in Shanghai Ranking's 2024.
You learn about technology, techniques and methods connected to design, engineering, construction and operation of marine systems and structures from engaged lecturers.
You get a wide fundamental knowledge of the field of Marine Technology and advanced knowledge in at least one of the program’s specialisation subjects:
- Marine Cybernetics
- Marine Hydrodynamics
- Marine Machinery
- Marine Structures
- Marine Systems Design
Graduates of this programme are highly sought after across a wide range of industries. Career paths include:
- Maritime administration and classification societies
- Shipping, ship building and ship management companies
- Ship design and ship consulting companies
- Offshore industries
- Consultancy firms
- Oil companies
- Research institutions
As a student on Marine Technology, you will have lectures, project work and practical training in laboratories with friendly professors who are leading in their research fields.
Your campus will be in the Norwegian Ocean Technology Centre at Tyholt.
A Master in Marine Technology is a two years full-time study and constitutes of 120 ECTS credits.
It is possible to take one semester abroad during your studies.
The normal requirements for entry to the MSc programmes will be a Bachelor of Science degree or a similar qualification (at least 3 years of university study) in areas related to marine technology, such as:
- Naval Architecture
- Marine Engineering
- Offshore Engineering
- Ocean Engineering
- Marine Technology
- Coastal or Harbour Engineering
All lectures are given in English.
The study programme has 15 study places for international students.
The application portal opens 1 November.
We can help you with your study plan, compulsory and optional subjects, exams, deadlines and other general questions about the programme of study.
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