The information and program qualifications related to the Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering Master of Science Program, under the Department of Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering of the Graduate School, are summarized below.
Information About The Program
About Us
The Department has been offering a graduate program on the Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering field since the date of September 1, 1982. Graduates of the MSc program at Graduate School of Science Engineering and Technology get a title of Naval Architect and Marine Certificated Engineer. Graduates who pass minimum 24 credits of lectures and their thesis successfully complete at three semester. The Department pursue its activities according to its mission and vision. Research and development studies are focused mainly on the form development and optimization, model towing tank facilities, small craft design, ship hydrodynamics, new directions in ship stability and safety, ship hydro-elasticity, structural design and analysis of ships, marine engines and auxiliary system design, energy efficiency, renewable energy considerations for ships, enclosure fire dynamics, theoretical and experimental investigations of marine engine and their systems, composite materials and their applications in ship production.
MSc students gain knowledge, skill and competency in the specific topics of the Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering Program in order to be able to use the expert-level theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in the area; to solve the problems faced in engineering independently by making use of the research methods; to transfer systematically the current developments.
Mission
The mission of the Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering Program is to;
• train individuals who embrace a research and innovation spirit, are able to utilize science and technology for the sake of the society and humanity, are respectful to the environment and ethical values, dedicated in lifelong learning, academically qualified in the respective fields of study and capable of competing on international platforms
• encourage a continuous quality improvement processes in graduate education and contribute to the implementation of graduate education policies
• support university-public-industry collaborations at upmost levels and make necessary arrangements to enable the development of interdisciplinary research projects.
Vision
The vision of the Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering Department is to become an internationally recognized and outstanding institution that trains professionals and academicians being highly qualified on both national and international scale, possessed with innovation and entrepreneurial concepts, contributing to the development of science
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Program Profile
The Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering programs aim to educate highly qualified engineers, specialists, and researchers who can contribute to the fields of shipbuilding, marine engineering, and ocean technologies at both national and international levels. The programs are designed to equip students with a strong foundation in engineering principles, analytical thinking skills, and advanced competencies in design, research, and innovation. They emphasize the ability to understand core engineering concepts, apply them to real-world problems, and develop creative and effective solutions.
The master’s program focuses on enabling students to deepen their expertise in their chosen specialization areas, apply advanced engineering analysis methods, and develop a strong research mindset. It supports original research studies in fields such as ship hydrodynamics, hydroelasticity, structural dynamics, optimization, emissions control, computational engineering methods, and innovative design processes. Master’s students gain the ability to produce analytical, technological, and research-driven solutions that address contemporary challenges in both academia and industry.
Overall, the Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering programs aim to cultivate professionals who closely follow contemporary developments in engineering, think critically and analytically, embrace innovation, uphold ethical standards, act with environmental and social responsibility, and possess the global competence required to contribute effectively to their profession.
Program Learning Environments
The Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering learning environment combines specialized laboratories, simulation and ship design tools, and strong industry connections to prepare students for the design, construction, and maintenance of marine vessels and offshore structures.
The Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering programs are offered within the Faculty of Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering at Istanbul Technical University, in a modern academic building with approximately 15,065 m² of enclosed space. These programs provide undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students with a multilayered, research-oriented, and technology-supported learning ecosystem. The Department of Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering occupies a significant portion of the faculty building and offers a rich physical infrastructure that supports the development of students’ scientific, technical, and professional competencies.
Courses in the department are delivered in fourteen classrooms located within the faculty building, with a total seating capacity of 955 students, ten of which accommodate 50 students or more. All classrooms are equipped with projectors and computers suitable for visual presentations, modern ventilation systems, and ergonomic layouts that support group work and applied learning activities. These teaching spaces are used not only for undergraduate courses but also for advanced computational, design-oriented, and seminar-based courses at the graduate level.
The department hosts five specialized research and instructional laboratories accessible to undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students:
Laboratory Name: Principal Investigator:
Ata Nutku Ship Model Basin Prof. Dr. D. Bülent DANIŞMAN
Ship Emission Laboratory Prof. Dr. Selma ERGİN
Computational Ship Hydrodynamics Laboratory Prof. Dr. Uğur Oral Ünal
Ship Vibration and Acoustics Laboratory Dr. Öğr. Üyesi M. Erden Yıldızdağ
Prof. Mesut SAVCI Ship Strength Laboratory Doç. Dr. G. Tansel Tayyar
These laboratories support fundamental applied training at the undergraduate level and serve as advanced research environments where independent research projects and thesis studies are carried out at the graduate level. Students have the opportunity to engage in a wide range of experimental and numerical studies, including hydrodynamics, emissions, structural analysis, acoustics, and vibration.
In addition, the department operates three computer laboratories equipped with a total of 76 up-to-date computers accessible to all students. These laboratories provide the computational capacity needed for both coursework and research activities. All computers are equipped with advanced engineering software, including ANSYS, MATLAB, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Maxsurf, NUPAS Cadmatic, Powermill, office software, and the Windows 11 operating system. These facilities support undergraduate coursework in design and analysis, and they also enable master’s and doctoral students to perform CFD, FEA, optimization, data processing, and other advanced computational studies.
Students enrolled in the Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering programs benefit from a broad digital learning infrastructure that includes online course materials, institutional software licenses, remote-access computing resources, and various digital academic tools. This infrastructure allows students to continue their learning and research activities effectively both on campus and remotely, contributing to the continuity and depth of their academic experience.
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Course Schedules
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Program Educational Objectives
Program Educational Objectives (PEO)
Educational Objectives of the MSc Program are to provide graduates with the technical knowledge and skills in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, in order to;
PEO1: Our graduates effectively apply fundamental principles of mathematics and the natural sciences, as well as technological and scientific advancements, in engineering practice.
PEO2: Our graduates embrace lifelong learning and continuously enhance their professional knowledge and competencies.
PEO3: Our graduates actively participate and collaborate in both multidisciplinary and discipline-specific teams in national and international environments.
PEO4: Our graduates effectively utilize written and oral communication skills and successfully carry out their professional activities by making use of modern engineering tools.
PEO5: Our graduates pursue and contribute to academic studies, graduate education, and research and development (R&D) activities.
Measurement and Evaluation
Evaluating Student Success
The student success is evaluated considering Articles 56, 57, 58, and 59 of the Istanbul Technical University Graduate Education and Training Regulation Senate Principles.
ARTICLE 56 - Before the enrollment for the courses begins, the faculty member who offers the course informs the Program Executive Committee about the types, number and contribution percentage to the final grade of the studies within the semester, as well as requirements for a right to take the semester final exam. These requirements shall be finalized by approval of the Program Executive Committee and approval of the chair of the department, who declares them to the student and informs the Graduate School.
ARTICLE 57 - A student may appeal the final grade of a course within one week following the announcement of the grades. Appeals must be submitted to the Graduate School in writing. The relevant faculty member shall re-evaluate the student's success status and submit the result to the Graduate School within one week. Appeals not submitted within the prescribed time frame shall not be considered by the Graduate School.
ARTICLE 58 - Courses in graduate programs shall be evaluated according to the following grading system.
| Grade Description |
Grade |
Scale |
| Excellent |
AA |
4.00 |
| Very good plus |
BA+ |
3.75 |
| Very good |
BA |
3.50 |
| Good plus |
BB+ |
3.25 |
| Good |
BB |
3.00 |
| Conditional Pass |
CB+ |
2.75 |
| Conditional Pass |
CB |
2.50 |
| Conditional Pass |
CC+ |
2.25 |
| Conditional Pass |
CC |
2.00 |
| Fail |
FF |
0.00 |
| Fail(No Exam) |
VF |
0.00 |
ARTICLE 59 - Students who wish to improve their cumulative grade point average may retake courses during the course-taking period. The most recent grade will be counted for the repeated courses.
Internship
There is no internship in this program.
Graduation Requirements
Master students should pass minimum 8 lectures of 24 credit. Average graduation duration is 4 semester while its maximum permitted time is 6 semester. For more knowledge please check the official graduate regulations published in the following link:
www.sis.itu.edu.tr/tr/regulations
The Awarded Degree and Title
Degree : Master of Science Title : -
Program Employment Opportunities
Graduates from master degree program work as a certificated engineer in private sector shipyards, docks, engineering agent, class societies, marine insurance agencies, subsidiary industries, military yards etc.
Number of Graduates
Graduate Statistics (Last Five Years)
| Year | Number of Graduates |
| 2021 | 3 |
| 2022 | 4 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 4 |
| 2025 | 6 |
Program Outcomes
P.O.1 Conducts scientific research in their field to acquire knowledge in both breadth and depth; evaluates, interprets, and applies that knowledge.
P.O.2 Possesses comprehensive knowledge of current engineering techniques and methods, as well as their limitations.
P.O.3 Completes and applies knowledge using scientific methods by working with uncertain, limited, or incomplete data; is able to integrate knowledge from different disciplines.
P.O.4 Is aware of new and emerging practices in the profession and investigates and learns them when needed.
P.O.5 Identifies and formulates problems related to the field, develops methods for solving them, and applies innovative approaches in the solutions.
P.O.6 Develops new and/or original ideas and methods; designs complex systems or processes and produces innovative or alternative solutions in the design process.
P.O.7 Designs and conducts theoretical, experimental, and modeling-based research; analyzes and solves complex problems encountered throughout these processes.
P.O.8 Works effectively in both disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams, can assume leadership roles in such teams, develops solution approaches for complex situations, works independently, and takes responsibility.
P.O.9 Communicates effectively in both spoken and written English (or another foreign language) at a minimum of B2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
P.O.10 Communicates the processes and outcomes of their work systematically and clearly, both orally and in writing, in national and international professional and interdisciplinary settings.
P.O.11 Has knowledge of the social, environmental, health, safety, and legal aspects of engineering practice, as well as project management and professional practice, and is aware of the constraints these impose on engineering applications.
P.O.12 Observes social, scientific, and ethical values in the collection, interpretation, and dissemination of data, as well as in all professional activities.
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