General Secondary or Secondary Professional Education
Prerequisites
100% English
language
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Study field
Engineer Officer
qualification
Maritime program
Get your Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch (OICEW) diploma in 3 years and launch your career in the international merchant fleet.
Marine Engineering
Flexible payment plan: 3 parts of 634 EUR
*Conditions for non-EU students may differ)
9300,00 EUR*
tuition fee
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Short Cycle Professional Higher Education (ISCED 5 / EQF 5)
Degree
Full-time/Part-time
Study Form
3 years
Duration
Career Path
A marine engineering career offers a clear progression and excellent financial rewards. From your first cadetship to becoming a Chief Engineer, discover your career path, promotion timeline, and the marine engineer salary potential at each stage.
Marine Engineer Ranks: Salary & Progression
8+ YRS
3-6 YRS
1-3 YRS
0-1 YR
$10000 - 18000 / MO
$6000 - 9000 / MO
$3000 - 5500 / MO
$800 - 1500 / MO
The ultimate goal. The head of the technical department and the highest engineering authority on board, earning a premium merchant navy salary.
Advanced responsibilities. You are the operational manager of the engine room, overseeing the crew and ensuring all machinery runs smoothly.
Your first official rank. Enjoy a highly competitive starting salary while being responsible for specific engine systems and daily maintenance.
Your journey begins here. Gain real hands-on experience in the engine room through a mandatory engine cadetship before graduation.
Chief Engineer
2nd Engineer
4th / 3rd Engineer (OICEW)
Engine Cadet
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program overview
The Marine Engineering higher education program is your direct path to mastering complex ship mechanisms. In 3 years, we will transform you into a highly skilled Engineer Officer, ready to operate, troubleshoot, and maintain real ship systems worldwide.
The Heart of the Ship
Global Standards:
The program strictly complies with EMSA requirements and the STCW (IMO) convention. Your engineering degree is recognized globally.
Mandatory Sea Practice:
Includes an essential sea cadetship. You will apply your technical knowledge in a real engine room during international voyages.
Advanced Training:
You will hone your skills in our fully equipped Engine Room Simulator, mastering emergency procedures and system troubleshooting before stepping onto a ship.
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Admission & Requirements
READY TO START THE ENGINES? Entry Requirements
Joining the Marine Engineering program is your first step towards a global technical career. Check the main requirements below and prepare your documents.
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Education
General Secondary or Secondary Professional Education.
Language
English language proficiency (Intermediate/B2 level).
Medical Fitness
A valid Seafarer's Medical Certificate from an approved doctor.
Visas & Residence:
We provide full visa and residence permit support for international students.
Q & A
Yes, we offer flexible payment plans. You can pay per semester or choose a monthly installment plan.
We assist our international students in finding comfortable and affordable accommodation near the Academy campus.
We actively connect high-performing students with our partner shipowners and crewing agencies to secure mandatory sea practice.