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Course
MEng in Autonomous Maritime Operations

Degree awarded
Master of Engineering



Address
Novia University of Applied Sciences, Wolffinite 33, 65200 Vaasa, Finland

Telephone
+358 (0)6 328 5000

Fax
+358 (0)6 328 5110

E-mail address
registrator(at)novia.fi



Type of course
Part-time

Language of tuition
English

Length of course
2 years (60 ECTS)

Date of commencement
September 2024

Application deadline
17 January 2024

Class size
20 Students

Cost / fees
See below / opposite

Student grants / Financial assistance
See below / opposite

Accommodation
Novia UAS does not offer student accommodation. As a student you are expected to arrange your own living before you arrive in Finland. In Turku, the Student Village Foundation offers students student housing around the city at an affordable price. You can also search for housing in the private housing market online.

Major recruiters of graduates of our programmes
After completing the programme in Autonomous Maritime Operations, you will be qualified to pursue a wide range of career opportunities. As a graduate you should be better suited for future employments related to the digitalization in the maritime sector.

Exchange partner schools
Novia UAS is actively involved in various programs and builds a network of strategic partner institutions and other stakeholders in Europe.

Additionally, given that the language of tuition is English, the possibilities for working on an international scale, both during and after the studies, are good. For example, the thesis project is suitable to conduct abroad or in an international business setting.

Student profile
1. Ratio of National / International students 56 % / 44 %
2. Ratio of Men / Women: 89 % / 11 %
3. Age range 28 - 56

Admission requirements
See below / opposite

Principal Lecturer
Thomas Finne
thomas.finne(at)novia.fi
Mobile: +358 50 431 1281

Contact for application
Admissions office
Address: P.O.Box 6, 65201 Vaasa, Finland
Telephone / Fax: +358 (0)6 328 5055 / +358 (0)6 328 5510



Novia University of Applied Sciences

Master of Engineering in Autonomous Maritime Operations


Get into the progress of Autonomous Maritime Operations!

The Master's degree programme in Autonomous Maritime Operation is for you who’s interested in being a part of the fourth industrial revolution in maritime technology. The programme has a special focus concerning the digitalization of maritime operations. The goal is to achieve state of the art competence and knowledge in the area of autonomous maritime operations.

The Master’s degree programme in Autonomous Maritime Operations (60 ECTS) consists of degree specific professional studies (30 ECTS) and a Master’s thesis (30 ECTS). The programme has a special focus concerning the management and business administration in maritime operations.

The degree specific professional studies include 6 courses of relevant subjects each of an extent of 5 credits. Following subjects are covered:
  • Studying in the Master’s programme and Introduction to Research and Research Methods
  • Autonomous Vessels-automation
  • Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Human-Machine Interaction
  • Remote Operations
  • Cyber Security and Connectivity
  • Classification, Qualification and Safety Perspectives
The part-time studies are optimized for flexible learning and studying, parallel with fulltime employment ashore or at sea. The studies are arranged at campus and online with the lecture materials, as well as the assignments to be completed online. It is recommended but not mandatory for you to attend sessions in person at campus.

Moving to Finland is not necessary for the studies. However, it is mandatory to visit Finland to show the Admission Service the original certificates used in the application and to strengthen one’s personal identity.

We meet on average two days a month. The meetings are used for lecturing, working with assignments, problem solving and keeping presentations. The thesis work is usually realized as a research and development project related to working life.

Degree Project

The Master's thesis is a demanding development project or research work combining theory, praxis and creation of new knowledge. The thesis subject and aim are based on requirements and needs of the maritime field. The theme of the thesis (30 ECTS) must be related to the fields studied, preferably agreed upon with an industry representative.

The thesis thus works as a bridge between study and work and gives students the opportunity to apply theoretical thinking to practical problems. Constructing a thesis subject and the potential collaboration with an organization is at the responsibility of the student.

Application

Apply online here at Studyinfo.fi.
Application begins: January 3, 2024 at 08:00 AM UTC+2.
Application ends: January 17, 2024 at 03:00 PM UTC+2.
Read more about the application process.

Cost / Fees

The studies at Novia UAS are free for EU citizens. Non-EU/EEA students are liable to pay tuition fees. Information about tuition fees for students that commence their studies in the fall of 2024 will be published here on Novia's webpage in October 2023.

More information about tuition fees can be found in the Am I required to pay tuition fees? section at Studyinfo.

Student grants / Financial assistance

Information about the scholarships criteria for students that commence their studies in the fall of 2024 will be published here on Novia's webpage in October 2023.


Other courses offered by Novia University of Applied Sciences

  • MEng in Intelligent Systems
  • MEng / M.Sc. in Maritime Management



  • About Novia University of Applied Sciences

    Novia University of Applied Sciences is the largest Swedish-speaking UAS in Finland with over 4 750 students. With traditions dating back to 1813, Novia UAS offers multidisciplinary higher education with a practical orientation. We train students to become experts and developers based on the requirements of working life and has a close working relationship with the business community as well as an active alumni network. High quality degree programs provide students with a proper platform for their future careers.

    Novia's area of activity is located along the Finnish coast and the University of Applied Sciences operates in Vaasa, Turku, Raasepori, and Pietarsaari. We offer higher education at both Bachelor's and Master's levels as well as further education in Swedish and English within the following fields:
    • Technology and Seafaring
    • Health and Welfare
    • Business
    • Bioeconomy
    • Arts and Humanities
    The Master's degree programme in Autonomous Maritime Operation is located at Campus Turku, Aboa Mare. Turku, located in the region of Southwest Finland, is one of Finland's biggest cities. The versatile livelihood structure, top class selection of education, culture, and services, as well as the beautiful archipelago, form a magnetic combination in Turku. In Turku there is everything, but still Turku is small enough that you can go almost everywhere by foot or bike.