BEng (Hons) Yacht Design and Production

Program Overview

Solent University's BEng (Hons) Yacht Design and Production degree equips students with the skills for a successful career in yacht design and production. The program combines theoretical knowledge with practical experience, preparing graduates for roles as naval architects, design engineers, and production managers. Ranked 21st for assessment and feedback, the program emphasizes hands-on learning and industry collaboration.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Solent University's BEng (Hons) Yacht Design and Production degree is a unique course designed in collaboration with industry experts to provide students with the skills necessary for a successful career in yacht design and production. The program's objectives are to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of the engineering science, naval architecture, construction methods, and high-tech fiber-reinforced composite materials used in yacht design and production. Students will also gain practical experience in planning and managing the efficient and effective production of various types of vessels, including racing sailing yachts, RIBs, motor yachts, cruising yachts, patrol boats, and commercial craft.

Outline:

The Yacht Design and Production course at Solent University is structured to provide students with a solid foundation in the fundamental principles of yacht design and production, followed by specialized modules that delve into specific aspects of the field.

Year 1:

• Core Modules:
• Computer Aided Design
• Naval Architecture
• Marine Materials and Production
• Structural Mechanics
• Marine Systems
• Yacht Engineering Skills

Year 2:

• Core Modules:
• Computer Aided Modelling
• Sailing Yacht Design
• Motor Boat Design
• Resistance and Propulsion
• Marine Production Technology
• Applied Marine Systems

Year 3:

• Core Modules:
• Computer Aided Engineering
• Structural Design for Production
• Project
• Optional Modules (not all modules are guaranteed to run each year):
• Yacht Surveying
• Marine Production Management
• Applied Yacht Manufacturing

Assessment:

Students in the Yacht Design and Production program are assessed through a combination of methods, including:

• Written exams
• Practical exams
• In-class tests
• Online tests
• Technical reports
The assessment criteria are designed to evaluate students' knowledge, understanding, and practical skills in the various aspects of yacht design and production.

Teaching:

The Yacht Design and Production program at Solent University is taught by a team of experienced naval architects, yacht designers, and production designers. The faculty members maintain close ties with the industry through consultancy, design practice, and professional bodies, ensuring that the program's content remains relevant and up-to-date. The program emphasizes hands-on learning, with students gaining practical experience through workshops, exercises, and design challenges.

Careers:

Graduates of the Yacht Design and Production program from Solent University have gone on to successful careers in various roles within the yacht design and production industry. Some notable employers include Laurent Giles Naval Architects, Sunseeker Yachts, Humphries Yacht Design, Monaco Marine, Viareggio Shipyards, and Incat Crowther Design. The program prepares students for careers as:

• Naval architects
• Design engineers
• Yacht designers
• Production managers
• Students have the opportunity to study abroad at one of Solent University's partner universities for a semester.
• The program offers a foundation year option for students who may not meet the direct entry requirements.
• Solent University offers a range of bursaries and scholarships to support students financially.

• UK, EU (settled status) and Channel Island full-time fees: £9,250 per year
• International full-time fees: £16,125 per year