Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
Maritime University, Bangladesh

Naval Architecture and Offshore Engineering is increasingly vital in the search for energy resources in the context of the Blue Economy. However, Bangladesh is yet to have any formal education in this sector, especially in the field of Offshore Engineering. To fill this gap, the only specialized public maritime university, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Maritime University, Bangladesh (BSMRMU) has introduced the Department of Naval Architecture and Offshore Engineering. The department will help the nation to meet the engineering needs of the maritime and offshore industries by providing specialized knowledge pertinent to these industries.

Graduates from this department will be able to develop their careers as structural engineers, naval architects, subsea engineers, drilling engineers, and project managers. In their challenging career, they will need to design, plan and manage the construction, installation, operation, maintenance of ships, offshore platforms, and subsea systems.

The department started its formal journey under the Faculty of Engineering and Technology (FET) by introducing a Bachelor Programme in Naval Architecture and Offshore Engineering. The first batch of BSc in Naval Architecture and Offshore Engineering (NAOE) program started their class in January 2018. The department started MSc in Naval Architecture and Offshore Engineering (MNAOE) program from April 2023.

Vision of the Department 

Aiming to develop young brains into ones that are academically smart, technically inventive, morally sound, emotionally strong, and beneficial to society. Bring in quality education and research that meets the highest international standards.

Mission of the Department

1. The Department is focused on using the "learn by doing" approach to assist students put their newfound knowledge into practice.
2. The Department is dedicated to providing high quality education and research in the maritime sector.
3. The department is dedicated to enhancing students' numerical and analytical abilities so they can be more successful in innovation and research.
4. To take on various initiatives to aid in the design and research activities that assist graduates in furthering their education and career development.
5. To develop world-class research capabilities in the areas of offshore engineering and naval architecture.
6. To improve the field of naval architecture through education based on practical experience.

Programs Offered

Currently the Department of Naval Architecture and Offshore Engineering offers one undergraduate program and one postgraduate program namely-

1. Bachelor of Science in Naval Architecture and Offshore Engineering (BSc in NAOE)
2. Master of Science in Naval Architecture and Offshore Engineering (MSc in NAOE)

BSc in NAOE

Bachelor of Science in Naval Architecture and Offshore Engineering (NAOE) programme is a 4 year full time regular undergraduate programme. Graduates from this programme will be able to develop their career as Offshore Engineer, Naval Architects, Structural Engineer, Subsea Engineer, Drilling Engineer, Marine Engineer, System Engineer and Project Manager in the relevant discipline. In their challenging career, they will need to design, plan and manage the construction, installation, operation and maintenance of ships, offshore platforms and subsea systems.

The programme is divided into 8 semesters of six months each (2 semesters in each year). Total credit hours of this programme is 160 including 6 credit hours for thesis. Besides regular courses, workshops, seminars, guest lectures and certificate courses on contemporary issues are arranged frequently for the students. The programme also includes one industrial attachment at the end of the 3rd year.

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MSc in NAOE

Master of Science in Naval Architecture and Offshore Engineering (NAOE) programme is a 1.5-year full time regular postgraduate programme. Graduates from this programme will be able to develop their careers as Offshore Engineer, Naval Architect, Structural Engineer, Scientist and Project Manager in the relevant discipline. In their challenging career, they will be able to design, plan, and manage the construction, installation, operation, and maintenance of ships and offshore infrastructures and systems.

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Admission Requirements

General information regarding undergraduate admission into BSc in NAOE:

1. Students from the Science Division having a minimum GPA set by the admission committee in both SSC and HSC examinations (or their equivalent) may apply for admission.
2. Candidates must appear for the written entrance examination.
3. Candidates will be selected finally based on their combined marks obtained in the written admission test, HSC/equivalent examination, and SSC/equivalent examination.

General information regarding postgraduate admission into MSc in NAOE:

a. Applicants who have passed B.Sc. Engineering (honours) or equivalent examination with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 out of 4.0 or its equivalent in four years B.Sc. Engg. in Naval Architecture and Offshore Engineering/ Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering/ Mechanical Engineering/ Ocean and Offshore Engineering and equivalent B.Sc honours degree

b. Applicants must have passed HSC/equivalent examination and SSC/equivalent examination from science group with minimum GPA 4.00.

c. In HSC/equivalent examination, applicants must have obtained minimum ‘A’ grade in any two subjects from Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and English with minimum ‘B’ grade in rest of the subjects.

d. Applicants with GCE must have passed minimum five subjects in O-Level including Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry and minimum two subjects in A-Level including Mathematics and Physics. However, an applicant having more than two ‘C’ grades in O-Level and/or more than one ‘C’ grade in A-Level will be ineligible for admission.

Research, Publication and Projects

The Department of Naval Architecture and Offshore Engineering is actively engaged in research activities that contribute to advancements in the maritime industry. With a team of dedicated faculty members and passionate researchers, the department focuses on a wide range of areas such as:

• Ship Design
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• Fluid Mechanics
• Offshore Structure Design
• Renewable Energy
• Green Shipping
• Dredger and dredging
• Green Ship Recycling

Collaboration with industry partners and international institutions is a vital component of the department's research endeavours. The department 's commitment to research excellence is evident through its publications in reputable journals, participation in national and international conferences, and acquisition of research grants.

The department publishes Journal of Engineering and Technology which is a peer-reviewed journal.

Adjunct Faculty Members:

The department includes highly experienced adjunct faculty members from reputed universities of Bangladesh. List of Adjunct faculty members is as follows:

1. Dr. Goutam Kumar Saha, Professor, NAME, BUET
2. Dr. Mir Tareque Ali, Professor, NAME, BUET
3. Dr. N. M. Golam Zakaria, NAME, BUET
4. Dr. Md. Shahidul Islam, Professor, NAME, BUET
5. Dr. Md. Mashiur Rahaman, Professor, NAME, BUET
6. Dr. Zobair Ibn Awal, Professor, NAME, BUET
7. Dr. Kazi Naimul Hoque, Assistant Professor, NAME, BUET
8. Dr. Saiful Islam, Assistant Professor, GCE, BUET

Full Time Faculty Members: