Bachelor of Marine Engineering | CPUT

APS Required

points

Duration

3 year(s)

Type

Bachelor's Degree

Delivery

Full-time

Details

This qualification equips students with theoretical and practical knowledge in the design, operation, maintenance, and management of marine vessels and offshore structures. It covers engineering systems including propulsion, electrical systems, and naval architecture within the context of the South African and international maritime industry. Graduates are prepared to meet the standards set by the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

Career Prospects

  • A Marine Engineer aboard commercial vessels maintains and operates propulsion and mechanical systems, with strong demand along South Africa’s busy coastal shipping routes between Durban, Cape Town, and Port Elizabeth.
  • A Naval Architect working for South African shipbuilding and repair companies such as Damen Shipyards Cape Town designs and oversees the construction and maintenance of marine vessels.
  • An Offshore Engineer works on oil and gas platforms or exploration vessels operating off the South African and West African coastlines, supporting the growing offshore energy sector.
  • A Port and Terminal Engineer works for institutions such as Transnet National Ports Authority to design, maintain, and upgrade port infrastructure and equipment at South Africa’s major commercial ports.
  • A Marine Surveyor employed by SAMSA or international classification societies inspects vessels for compliance with safety and environmental regulations applicable to ships operating in South African waters.

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