A course with a built-in future. By the sea. In a city worth living. Welcome to Rostock, where you can shape the future of maritime technology. Starting in October 2025.
Sustainable Maritime Engineering
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An international Master's programme, focusing on maritime technologies
Sustainable Maritime Engineering paves the way for you to shape the future of marine sustainability, from the ocean’s surface to its deepest depths. Hands-on projects in Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, or Underwater Technologies, and close collaboration with industry, prepare you to shape the future of the global maritime sector.
Application period for the winter semester 2026 via UNI-ASSIST: 16/01/2026 to 30/04/2026.
WHAT IS SME IN ROSTOCK
An international Master's programme, focussing on maritime technologies
Degree
Master of Science
Language
English
B2 equivalent required. Language tuition is possible. German not needed.
Effort
Full-time (120 ECTS)
Duration
4 semesters
(2 years)
Beginning
in winter / summer
semester (october 2025)*
Tuition fee
none**
WHAT IS SME IN ROSTOCK
An international Master's programme, focusing on maritime technologies
Sustainable Maritime Engineering paves the way for you to shape the future of marine sustainability, from the ocean’s surface to its deepest depths. Hands-on projects in Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, or Underwater Technologies, and close collaboration with industry, prepare you to shape the future of the global maritime sector.
Application period for the winter semester 2026 via UNI-ASSIST: 16/01/2026 to 30/04/2026.
Degree
Master of Science
Language
English
B2 equivalent required. Language tuition is possible. German not needed.
Effort
Full-time
(120 ECTS)
Duration
4 semesters
(2 years)
Beginning
in winter / summer
semester (october 2025)*
Tuition fee
none**
* we strongly recommend starting in the winter semester, starting in the summer semester means extra work or longer studies.
** semester contribution: currently 276 EUR per semester (may increase each semester), including a semester ticket that is valid for public transport and regional trains all across Germany.
WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY
Our alumni and students share their stories
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Meet our students and alumni and hear first-hand what it’s like to live and study in Rostock.
M.SC. JONAS THYRANN · RESEARCH ASSOCIATE · CHAIR OF OCEAN ENGINEERING
“Studying Maritime Engineering provided me with important skills for my career.”
Whether it was ship technology, offshore structures, or underwater systems, my studies gave me a broad overview of all the technical key areas of the Blue Economy. And the best part? Studying right by the sea, surrounded by industry experts and major players in the field.
Thanks to hands-on opportunities, I could apply my knowledge directly and experiment with new ideas. This expertise helped me transition smoothly into my career, where I now work on autonomous underwater gliders.
Designed by experts, with your career and future in mind
International Master’s programme
Three pathways to specialisation
Strong partnerships with industry and research
Aligned with the needs of the maritime industry
Located by the sea in Rostock, Germany
No tuition fees*
* semester contribution: currently 276 EUR per semester (may increase each semester), including a semester ticket that is valid for public transport and regional trains all across Germany.
Our alumni and students share their stories
Meet our students and alumni and hear first-hand what it’s like to live and study in Rostock.
M.Sc. Jonas Thyrann · Research Associate · Chair of Ocean Engineering
"Studying Maritime Engineering provided me with important skills for my career."
Whether it was ship technology, offshore structures, or underwater systems, my studies gave me a broad overview of all the technical key areas of the Blue Economy. And the best part? Studying right by the sea, surrounded by industry experts and major players in the field.
Thanks to hands-on opportunities, I could apply my knowledge directly and experiment with new ideas. This expertise helped me transition smoothly into my career, where I now work on autonomous underwater gliders.
Jil Reiher · Student
"I switched from Dortmund to Rostock for Naval Architecture and never looked back."
I switched from the TU Dortmund University to the University of Rostock in April 2022. I came here because of Naval Architecture and the related Master’s programme. The programme impresses not only with its comprehensive introduction to the subject, but also with its clear and vivid lectures. After five semesters, I can highly recommend the programme, even to people who, like me, do not come from a maritime background and want to be inspired.
Your way to us: requirements and application
What happens next? Click on the button below to find out everything you need to know about entry requirements, the application process, and deadlines. If you have any other questions, please check our FAQs or contact the programme coordinator. The programme starts in October 2025.
M.Sc. Jonas Thyrann · Research Associate · Chair of Ocean Engineering
"Studying Maritime Engineering provided me with important skills for my career."
Whether it was ship technology, offshore structures, or underwater systems, my studies gave me a broad overview of all the technical key areas of the Blue Economy. And the best part? Studying right by the sea, surrounded by industry experts and major players in the field.
Thanks to hands-on opportunities, I could apply my knowledge directly and experiment with new ideas. This expertise helped me transition smoothly into my career, where I now work on autonomous underwater gliders.
Welcome to the University of RostockWhat happens next? Click on the button below to find out everything you need to know about entry requirements, the application process, and deadlines. If you have any other questions, please check our FAQs or contact the programme coordinator.
The programme starts in October 2025.
What happens next? Click on the button below to find out everything you need to know about entry requirements, the application process, and deadlines. If you have any other questions, please check our FAQs or contact the programme coordinator. The programme starts in October 2025.
City of Rostock
Rich in tradition, next to the Baltic Sea, and just the right size.
Welcome to the University of RostockWhat happens next? Click on the button below to find out everything you need to know about entry requirements, the application process, and deadlines. If you have any other questions, please check our FAQs or contact the programme coordinator.
The programme starts in October 2025.
What happens next? Click on the button below to find out everything you need to know about entry requirements, the application process, and deadlines. If you have any other questions, please check our FAQs or contact the programme coordinator. The programme starts in October 2025.
City of Rostock
Rich in tradition, next to the Baltic Sea, and just the right size.
City of Rostock
Rich in tradition, next to the Baltic Sea, and just the right size.
City of Rostock
Rich in tradition, next to the Baltic Sea, and just the right size.