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Diploma of Naval Architecture
Memorial University of Newfoundland
- St. John's, Canada
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A three-year diploma in ship design, Structures and production.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Learners studying Naval Architecture can develop the ability to develop discipline-specific knowledge
- Critically evaluate relevant evidence and communicate ideas using suitable professional or academic methods. These are indicative learning goals
- Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.
Career outcomes
- Naval architect technologist
- Engineering technologist
- Yacht designer
- Further study (Bachelor of Technology
- Bachelor of Maritime Studies
- Master's
- PhD)
Curriculum
- Three years including three technical sessions. Core courses cover engineering graphics
- Ship structures
- Production
- Outfitting and composite structures
- Sample courses include ship design
- Stability
- Resistance and propulsion and ship building. A final-year project has students design a ship.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Admission requirements vary by previous education (high school graduation with mathematics and science
- Or transfer)
- Programme-specific medical or criminal record check where stated
- English proficiency evidence required. Grade guidance from source: 60% average in level-3 Mathematics
- English and Science (Newfoundland curriculum standard
- Other curricula assessed individually).
Accepted academic background
Senior secondary school graduation with Mathematics, English and laboratory Science prerequisites, Transfers from post-secondary studies considered.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 83
- Duolingo 115
- PTE Academic 60
- Cambridge 176
Documents you’ll need
- Academic transcripts and applicable supporting documents require confirmation.
How to apply
- Check the programme entry requirements and deadlines (international applicants March 1
- Domestic April 15). Create an account through the institution's official application portal
- Verify it and submit the application. Upload the required documents
- Some programmes need a Transport Canada or CAPP medical. Receive the offer and pay the confirmation fee listed on the Marine Institute fees pages. Use the acceptance letter and the institution DLI number O19440995346 (plus the provincial attestation letter) to apply for a Canadian study permit. Attend orientation.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $23,596 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $120 CAD |
| Deposit | $1,500 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Marine Institute, Ridge Road, St. John's |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Fisheries and Marine Institute |
| Department | Naval Architecture |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 90 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | Institutional or program-based scholarships may be available to eligible students. Award availability, value, and eligibility vary by program and intake. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
3 Jan 2027
50 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3 years.
The next deadline is 3 Jan 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $23,596 CAD per year. The application fee is $120 CAD. The deposit is $1,500 CAD. The estimated living cost is $18,000 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 83, Duolingo 115, PTE Academic 60, Cambridge 176.

