The Masters in Subsea Engineering is aimed at engineers who already have some relevant offshore oil and gas experience and who wish to enhance their employability in the subsea industry.

A broad range of topics is covered including drilling and completion technology and topside processing facilities as well as the core areas of subsea engineering including: wet trees, pipelines, risers and other seabed equipment. Current and emerging technologies and their design limitations as applied to deepwater, long tie-back and HP/HT wells are also covered.

This subsea engineering course has been developed and is supported by experienced oil and gas industry professionals using current standards and fundamental engineering practices.

Each module comprises up to 52 hours of lectures and tutorials. Significant additional private study is expected during each module.

Stage 1

• The Oceans, Operability and Humans in the Ocean
• Wells
• Facilities
• Subsea Systems

Exit Award: PG Cert Subsea Engineering

Stage 2

Select any 4 electives from:

• Subsea Pipelines*
• Subsea Reliability and Intervention
• Materials and Corrosion Science
• Risers and Riser Hydrodynamics
• Control and Telemetry Systems

Exit Award: PG Dip Subsea Engineering 

Stage 3

Individual Project Report

Award: MSc Subsea Engineering

Applicants should have an Honours degree in Engineering or related discipline at  level 2.2 or above and typically at least one year's relevant industrial experience. However those with other qualifications but with considerable appropriate relevant industrial experience may be considered.

Students from Nigeria should have a 2:1 or above in Engineering or a related discipline from a Federal University.

Students whose first language is not English should hold IELTS 6.5 before commencing study.

All students can apply online by visiting Apply Online 

If you are a UK/EU applicant and have any queries, please contact our Admissions Office: 

• Email pgoffice@rgu.ac.uk

If you are an International Applicant and would like further information and application advice:

• Complete our International Enquiries form
• Call 0044 1224 262726
• Email international@rgu.ac.uk

Download information on Distance Learning costs per module.

• Engineering Online Distance Learning Fees

For further information on Distance Learning course fees please contact energy@rgu.ac.uk or see Student Finance pages

All course fees are reviewed annually and subject to change.