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Marine Electrical Engineering Foundation Degree in South Shields

Cost£4,355.00
Duration3 years
DeliveryClassroom based
Start11 Jan 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
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About this course

Marine Electrical Engineering Foundation Degree in South Shields. Classes run at South Tyneside College, full-time over three years.

The course covers electrical systems, marine technology, and engineering principles. You'll also complete a placement year as part of your studies. It builds the practical and technical knowledge needed to work in marine or electrical engineering.

You'll finish with a Foundation Degree in Marine Electrical Engineering.

Who this course is for

Programme Title = MENG | Course Title = Marine Engineering (Marine School) | Qualification Aim Reference = 00302084 | Qualification Aim Title = FdEng in Marine Electrical Engineering with Placement Year - Tyne Coast College | College Delivery Area = Marine Degrees and Engineering Certification (Note: 1 other start date(s) for this course exist. Please contact the college for further information.)

Entry requirements

No specific entry requirements - contact the College for further details.

What you will learn

  • You'll study electrical systems used on ships and marine vessels.
  • You'll learn the principles of marine engineering and technology.
  • You'll develop skills in fault-finding and electrical maintenance.
  • You'll apply engineering mathematics and science to real problems.
  • You'll gain hands-on experience through a placement year.
  • You'll understand safety standards relevant to marine environments.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom and through practical sessions. The course includes a placement year, giving you workplace experience alongside your studies. Assessment methods will be confirmed by South Tyneside College. Contact the college for full details on how the course is assessed.

What you will need to bring

South Tyneside College will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Marine engineer, works on electrical systems aboard ships and vessels.
  • Electrical engineer, designs and maintains electrical systems in marine or industrial settings.
  • Marine electrical technician, carries out installation and repair work on vessels.
  • Engineering supervisor, oversees technical teams in a marine or offshore environment.
  • Offshore electrical engineer, works on platforms or vessels, typically requires further experience.

What you could study next

  • Bachelor's degree in Marine Engineering or Electrical Engineering (Level 6), the natural next step after a foundation degree, topping up to a full honours degree, often in one additional year.
  • Chartered Engineer status, a professional registration you can work toward after gaining a degree and relevant experience.
  • HNC or HND in Engineering (Level 4 or 5), an alternative route if you want to specialise further before a full degree.
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