Advanced Diploma in Marine Engineering

This career-led course is aimed at adults wanting to gain technical skills and knowledge in marine engineering at a more advanced level. The course is one day a week over two years and is held at our specialist Marine Skills Centre in Woolston, Southampton.

The Advanced Diploma in Marine Engineering covers marine engine maintenance, fault-finding, replacement of components and marine electrics.

Financial support

* If you’re aged 19 or over and are starting a further education course at level 3 or above, you may qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan. This course is eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan.

Important Notice

Please note that all courses are subject to minimum numbers. If there are too few enrolments, the College may cancel the course. A place on your chosen course is not confirmed until enrolment is complete and any relevant fees are paid.

If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.

Tel: 023 8048 4848
Email: enquiries@southampton-city.ac.uk 

• Installation, fault diagnosis and repair of marine engines
• Installation and repair of marine propulsion systems
• Installation and repair of vessel services
• Principles of marine construction and components
• Safe and effective working in the marine industry

Our Marine Skills Centre on the waterside in Woolston features some of the best marine training facilities in the region including:

• Composites workshop
• Marine engineering workshop
• Marine electrical workshop
• Boat building and repair workshop
• IT and CAD suites

• GCSEs grade C/4 or above (including English, maths and science), or
• Level 2 Marine Engineering, or
• Extensive experience and sound knowledge of marine engineering, wood working and electrical systems

You will be required to attend an interview prior to enrolling onto the course.

• Higher education (i.e. degree level study)
• Employment in marine construction or engineering