Marine Machinery Operations Engineering UOLP – ITU & SUNY
The Marine Machinery Operations Engineering UOLP – ITU & SUNY programme is an international dual-degree bachelor’s programme offered by Istanbul Technical University and SUNY Maritime College. It is designed for students who want to work with ship engines, power systems and marine machinery in global maritime industry. During the programme, you learn about marine engines, ship systems, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and machinery maintenance. You also study safety, marine regulations and practical shipboard operations. With classroom courses, lab work and sea training on training vessels, students gain both technical knowledge and real-life experience at sea.
Students have the opportunity to study in two countries as part of this programme. You may learn theory and basic courses at İTÜ, then continue with hands-on marine engineering courses and sea-based training at SUNY Maritime College in the USA. This dual structure helps you understand global marine standards and prepares you for international maritime jobs. By graduation, you are ready to work aboard ships or in marine engineering firms — with strong skills in engine systems, maintenance and maritime operations.
Key information
Key Facts
- Degree: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) / Engineering (Engine Track)
- Standard period of study: 8 semesters (4 years)
- Location: Istanbul (İTÜ) & New York, USA (SUNY Maritime)
- Study Type: Undergraduate, full-time, English-medium, dual-diploma
- Admission semester: Fall semester only (after English-prep if needed)
- Area of study: Marine Machinery & Ship Engine Systems, Marine Engineering, Ship Operations
- Admission modus: Without admission restriction (with required engineering/sea-readiness criteria)
- Main language: English
Program Structure
Semester 1 – Foundations of Marine Engineering
- Mathematics I & Physics I
- Introduction to Marine Engineering & Ship Systems
- Basic Engineering Drawing & Design
- Academic/MAR English & Maritime Basics
Semester 2 – Basic Machinery & Marine Systems
- Thermodynamics I & Fluid Mechanics
- Fundamentals of Ship Machinery Systems
- Marine Electrical Systems / Workshop Practice
- Mathematics II or Mechanics Basics
Semester 3 – Core Marine Systems I
- Ship Auxiliary Systems (pumps, ventilation, piping)
- Heat Transfer & Machinery Mechanics
- Marine Materials & Corrosion Prevention
- Elective or General Course
Semester 4 – Core Marine Systems II & Safety
- Main Engine Systems I (Diesel / Steam engines)
- Ship Safety, Maritime Regulations & Emergency Training
- Maintenance & Machinery Operation Practices
- Elective or Lab Course
Semester 5 – Applied Marine Machinery & Sea-Training I
- Main Engine Systems II
- Engine Room Management & Maintenance
- Machinery Controls & Instrumentation
- First Sea Training on Training Vessel (summer)
Semester 6 – Advanced Marine Engineering & Sea-Training II
- Power Plant Operations & Automation Systems
- Marine Environmental Protection & Regulations
- Advanced Machinery Maintenance, Diagnostics & Repair
- Second Sea Training / On-board Practice
Semester 7 – Professional Marine Operations & Engineering
- Ship Management, Technical Documentation & Engineering Reports
- Marine Systems Integration & Troubleshooting
- Internship or Industry Placement (shipyard / fleet / maritime firm)
- Elective or Advanced Technical Course
Semester 8 – Final Year Project & Graduation Preparation
- Final Project / Engineering Thesis or Ship System Design Project
- Advanced Elective (Energy Systems / Marine Engineering Innovation)
- Career & Licence Preparation Course
- Graduation and Dual Diploma Award
Career Opportunities
Graduates can work as marine engineers, engine officers (after required licence/training), technical officers on ships, maintenance engineers in shipyards, machinery specialists in maritime firms, or marine systems engineers. They can work on commercial fleets, cargo ships, tankers, cruise ships or offshore vessels. Because the programme includes international training and English-medium education, graduates can join global maritime companies worldwide. They are qualified to handle engine systems, maintenance, safety operations, and ship machinery management — skills valued globally in maritime industry.
Why Choose This Program
This dual-degree programme offers a rare chance to study marine engineering in two countries, combining theoretical education with real sea experience and international standards. You will learn how to operate and maintain ship engines, understand global maritime regulations and gain practical machinery skills. The sea training and hands-on learning make your education alive and connected to real jobs.
You also get strong international mobility and career options worldwide. With dual diploma from İTÜ and SUNY Maritime College, you can work in global shipping fleets, join international crews, or start technical careers in marine engineering firms. The mix of engineering knowledge, sea training and global outlook gives you a powerful start for a stable and exciting maritime career.
Contact Information
Istanbul Technical University – Maritime Faculty (İTÜ DF)
Tuzla Campus,
Istanbul, Turkey
Email: maritime@itu.edu.tr
Dual Diploma Programme Office – ITU UOLP
Maslak / Ayazağa Campus,
Istanbul, Turkey
Tel: +90 212 285 66 00
Email: uolp@itu.edu.tr
SUNY Maritime College – International Admissions Office
Fort Schuyler,
Bronx, New York, USA
Email: admissions@suny.edu
