B.Sc. Marine Engineering

Marine engineering is the branch of engineering that keeps ships and other vessels running. At Regional Maritime University, this degree is part of the sea-going and merchant marine programmes, preparing you for a career at sea and in the wider maritime industry. Entry is less competitive than at some other Ghanaian universities, making it worth considering if you are set on this field.

What marine engineering really covers

Programmes of this kind usually combine mechanical and electrical engineering with practical work on ship systems. You study propulsion engines, power generation, pumping systems, steering gear, and the safety and control equipment that keeps a vessel seaworthy. The training is hands-on and often includes time at sea, where you learn to operate and maintain machinery under real working conditions.

How hard is it to get in at Regional Maritime University?

Entry to this programme at Regional Maritime University is less competitive than at some other universities. The same programme at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, for example, is highly competitive. So if your grades are good but you worry about missing the very tight cut-offs elsewhere, this is a route worth considering. Always check the official requirements before applying.

Where a marine engineering career can take you

As a marine engineering graduate, you can work at sea as an engineer on merchant ships, tankers, or offshore vessels. You might also find jobs in shipyards, marine equipment manufacturing, port operations, or maritime safety and inspection. The degree also provides a strong base for further study in marine technologies or a move into shore-based engineering management.