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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I study Naval and Ocean Engineering?
The Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering are taught at Instituto Superior Técnico (IST), the only programme of its kind in the country.
Are the Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering recognized by the Engineers Professional Association (Ordem dos Engenheiros)?
Yes. The Engineers Association professionally recognizes Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Engineering, which are accredited by the governmental agency A3ES. Since its inception, the Bachelor’s in Naval Engineering has been recognized by the Order, as are the current Bachelor’s and Master’s in Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering, qualifying graduates for the Naval Engineering College of the Engineers Association (qualification levels E1 and E2).
Is the training in Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering internationally recognized?
Yes. The training is internationally recognized, both through university rankings such as the Shanghai Ranking, and through the quality of its graduates.
What are the admission requirements for the Bachelor’s in Naval and Ocean Engineering?
Access Exams: Mathematics A + Physics and Chemistry
Application Grade: HS x 50% + EE x 50%
HS: Secondary School final grade average | EE: Entrance Exam grade average.
• Minimum score of 100 in each access exam (national high school final exams),
• Minimum application grade of 120.
The minimum grades of access from previous years can be found on the DGES website.
Where can I get more information about access to higher education?
Visit the Directorate-General for Higher Education website: Acesso Superior '25 - Candidatura ao Ensino Superior Público | DGES
How many years do I need to study to become a Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineer?
To work as a Naval Engineer, and be recognized by the Professional Associations, students must complete the Bachelor’s degree (1st cycle – 3 years) and Master’s (2nd cycle – 2 years) in Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering.
Can I study abroad during my studies?
Yes. Instituto Superior Técnico has several mobility agreements with universities, and students can apply for the following exchange programs:
• ERASMUS programme,
• BEST programmes;
There are also double degree programs with the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro and the University of São Paulo.
How much does a Naval Engineer earn?
Naval Engineering professionals earn above-average salaries in Portugal and the European Union, comparable to other engineering fields.
Can I design yachts, sailboats, and other recreational vessels?
Yes, Naval Architects and Ocean Engineers can design and build any floating vehicle or platform. The Master’s programme currently includes specific courses on Project Design and on Yachts and Boats.
What are the career prospects for a Naval Engineer?
Since there is only one Bachelor’s and Master’s programme in this field in the country, Naval Architects and Ocean Engineers are consistently in high demand from employers.
The main sectors include:
• Shipyards for Shipbuilding or Repair
• Merchant Navy and Fishing Fleet Companies
• Ship Classification Societies
• Ship Inspection and Certification Companies
• Design and Engineering Offices
• Consultancy
• Inspection and Customs Control Ships
• Administrations of Ports
• Insurance Companies
• Government Bodies linked to Maritime Activities, Sea Transport, and Industry
• Universities (teaching and research)
You can consult the Career Opportunities section for detailed information on the types of jobs Naval Architects and Ocean Engineers can have in each area.
Is it possible to pursue specific training in Naval and Ocean Engineering?
Yes. The scientific area of Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering has a highly specialized faculty core of professors that can design tailor-made training programs to meet the needs of professionals or companies who request them.
Contacts
Where we are:
Scientific Area in Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Central Pavilion, 1st floor.
Instituto Superior Técnico
Avenida Rovisco Pais
1049-001 Lisbon
Contacts and Information Requests:
• Bachelor’s: leno@centec.tecnico.ulisboa.pt
• Master’s: meno@centec.tecnico.ulisboa.pt
• Doctorate: deno@centec.tecnico.ulisboa.pt
Phone: +351 218 417 468
Students Club
• PhD Student Hub: https://phdhub.tecnico.ulisboa.pt/
• Núcleo de Alunos de Engenharia Naval (NAEN): https://nucleonaval.wixsite.com/naen/
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