1. Introduction

Program title:	Bachelor of Shipbuilding and Ocean Engineering
Graduation degree:	Bachelor's degree
Study model:	Full-time
Total credits:	137
Used language:	Vietnamese
Training duration:	4 years (8 semesters)
Responsible Faculty:	Faculty of Shipbuilding
Website:	https://kdt.vimaru.edu.vn/
Address:	Room 605, 6th Floor A6 Building, Vietnam Maritime University 484 Lach Tray - Kenh Duong - Le Chan - Hai Phong City

The Bachelor of Shipbuilding and Ocean Engineering program at Vietnam Maritime University, developed by the Faculty of Shipbuilding, is designed to meet the evolving demands of the maritime and offshore industries. Drawing from leading domestic shipbuilding and marine engineering programs, it adheres to the regulations of the Ministry of Education & Training and Vietnam Maritime University, ensuring academic rigor and industry relevance. The curriculum is regularly reviewed to stay aligned with current trends.

This program provides students with comprehensive technical knowledge, professional skills, and industry-aligned training, following the Vietnamese National Qualifications Framework and select international standards. Graduates gain expertise in the design, construction, and maintenance of ships and offshore structures, along with adaptability, creativity, and problem-solving abilities-key to thriving in the Asia-Pacific region and beyond.

Career paths for graduates include roles as naval architects, marine engineers, offshore structure engineers, ship design specialists, project managers, and R&D professionals. They contribute to diverse sectors such as shipbuilding, offshore engineering, marine transportation, structural analysis, hydrodynamics, and emerging maritime technologies.

The program offers a well-rounded education that blends theory with hands-on experience, preparing graduates to address modern challenges in the maritime industry with confidence and expertise.

2. Curriculum

The Bachelor of Shipbuilding and Ocean Engineering program spans eight semesters, integrating theoretical foundations with practical applications to prepare graduates for maritime and offshore engineering careers.

Semester I: Foundational Knowledge,  Students establish a strong base in naval architecture and engineering. Courses such as Introduction to Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering provide an overview of ship design and construction principles, while General Physics I, Algebra emphasizes problem-solving. General Law introduces key legal frameworks. (Optional: Soft Skills, Environment and Environmental Protection).

Semester II: Technical Skill Development, This semester enhances computational and engineering proficiency. Numerical Analysis, and Calculus develop analytical skills, and Engineering Mechanics explores force and motion analysis. Geometry and Technical Drawing and CAD in Shipbuilding develop visualization and drafting expertise. (Optional: Microsoft Office).

Semester III: Engineering Fundamentals, Students delve into core engineering disciplines. Strength of Materials examines structural integrity, Ship Drawings teaches technical illustration in shipbuilding, and Hydromechanics explores fluid behavior. Mechanical Practicum provides hands-on experience with manufacturing processes. Occupational Safety in Shipbuilding mentions the safety issues in shipbuilding field. (Optional: Materials in Shipbuilding).

Semester IV: Specialized Topics in Ship Engineering, Advanced principles come into focus. Ship Hydrostatics covers vessel stability and buoyancy, while Ship Mechanics analyzes structural responses to external forces. Systems on Ships explores essential onboard systems. Ship General Arrangement and Architecture focuses on division and layout. (Optional: International Conventions in Shipbuilding).

Semester V: Advanced Naval Engineering Concepts, Studies deepen in ship performance, construction, and safety. Ship Measurement and Testing emphasizes quality assurance, and Ship and Mobile Offshore Structures I introduces structural design. Equipment on Ships and Mobile Offshore Construction I covers key components like rudders and cranes. Design of Workplace and Shipyard Layouts teaches the classification and layouts of shipyards. Middle Internship help students with experiences about shipbuilding activities in real shipyards. (Optional: English for Naval Architecture Students, Sea Loads on Ship and Marine Structures).

Semester VI: Ship Production and Automation, This semester enhances expertise in ship production and digital tools. Ship and Mobile Offshore Structures II emphasizes knowledge of ship and offshore structures, while Strength of Ship and Mobile Offshore Structures introduces solutions to assess the ship's strength. Ship and Mobile Offshore Structures Construction I provides an overview of shipbuilding technology. Automation in Shipbuilding I helps students to conduct production designs using specialized software. (Optional: Ship Pipeline System, Technology of Assembling Ship Propulsion Systems).

Semester VII: Advanced Ship Production and Management, Students apply their knowledge through hands-on projects. The ship production field is designed with 3 modules including Ship and Mobile Offshore Structures Construction II, Welding Technology in Shipbuilding, and Ship and Mobile Offshore Structures Repair Technology. Meanwhile, Management in Shipbuilding focuses on knowledge of production organization and management. Automation in Shipbuilding II continues to help students master software for shipbuilding implementation. (Optional: Soft Skills II, Shipbuilding Technology of Small Ships).

Semester VIII: Industry Experience and Graduation, Students gain real-world exposure through a Graduation Internship, tackling practical challenges in ship production. The Graduation Thesis helps students synthesize and apply the knowledge they have learned to implement a real production project before graduation.