Course
Mechanical
Engineering
(in English)

Type of studies: undergraduate
Language: English
Duration: 4 years – 8 semesters (7 semesters of studying +1 semester of internship)
Mode of study: Full-time studies
Degree: Engineer
Timeframe: Enrolment is open 20.05.24 -15.07.24

Enrolment is open 25.07.23 -21.09.23
Online registration is only possible until the 18th of July.
Before enrolling in an undergraduate course carried out in English:
- All international candidates are subject to provide the Cambridge First Certificate or equivalent >> more info >> Apply step by step
Exemptions from the test can be granted to the candidates who:
- speak English as their mother tongue,
- graduated from English-speaking high school or college,
- completed other undergraduate or postgraduate courses in English,
- passed the English language test (advanced level) during their leaving exams,
- completed other undergraduate or postgraduate studies in Poland and received at least B grade at their final exam in English.
See our Prospectus of programmes delivered in English for EU citizens
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Specialty
Operation of Marine Power Plants
Description:
During the Mechanical Engineering course, you will learn about the issues related to the day-to-day operation, management and diagnosis of equipment typically used in the marine engine room. It gives our graduates a variety of job opportunities, ranging from the typical career path as a ship's crew member, to employment in repair and maintenance companies and also starting their own business. During the course, the students acquire competence in operation and maintenance of marine power plants. After completion of the required internship, these qualifications shall be endorsed with an Engineer Officer of the Watch certificate issued by the relevant maritime administration, which allows the holder to work on board as a ship's engineer officer.
During their studies, students acquire knowledge in the field of preparing, managing and carrying out overhauls of power equipment, industrial, refrigeration and recycling plants. Students are trained in: the principles of teamwork, standards for the technical services operation, classification societies, shipowners' technical supervision services and other technical inspection bodies. Students also learn to coordinate tasks related to the equipment operation process, acquire skills in supporting design work in simple engineering tasks, selection of materials used for machinery components and supervision of their operation in shipyards or production, maintenance and repair companies.
Why is it worth it?
Regardless of the development of autonomous transport systems, the automation of energy equipment or the implementation of AI-based computer technologies, the necessity to maintain the technical condition of these facilities at an appropriate level will not disappear. In short, someone has to know how to repair this equipment.
The competencies acquired during the studies can be used in various areas of the economy, from the broadly defined maritime economy, through the energy sector to the mining industry, etc. Personal and professional development, changes in the economic climate and other external factors lead to career development and may result in changing the workplace, but the knowledge and skills acquired during your studies will continue to be used and developed.
The course programme provides training at the operational level and allows - after graduation and completion of internship - to obtain the basic officer qualification in the engine department. The programme also provides training at the management level, allowing - after additional training and passing the exam - to obtain the 2nd engineer officer certificate. This is without having to attend a six-month course which poses some financial and logistical challenges for people working full-time.
Work
On completion of the undergraduate course, the graduates earn the engineer's degree and will be entitled (on the basis of separate regulations) to obtain the engineer officer certificate at the operational level, while after the graduate course, they receive the Master of Engineering degree and are prepared to continue their education at the postgraduate and doctoral level. The success stories of our graduates show, that they are able to perform exceptionally well, not only in areas specific to the maritime economy but also in the field of the energy and mining industry or processing and chemical industry, wherever knowledge and skills in the domain of maintenance, diagnostics and repair of mechanical devices are required.
Full curriculum of Mechanical Engineering course - PDF
Specialty: Operation of Marine Power Plants
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(PDF forms available for download below)
- Application form.
- Personal information form.
- Uniform commitment form.
- A certified copy of the secondary school leaving certificate * (original or a copy available for inspection).
- English fluency certificate at least at B2 level (Polish citizens are required to pass the English language test held by MUS).
- Marine health certificate (if missing see: health check (Pol. badania).
- 2 full-face photographs, 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm (the photographs should be identical, up-to-date, clear, showing a person’s face with no headcover or dark glasses, head in a left half-profile with the whole left ear visible, face evenly lit) photos are also required in digital version (as an attachment during the registration process on the MUS website). If there is a problem with attaching the photo, the MUS Admission Commission will upload it later on.
- Application fee receipt (PLN 85 (eighty-five zlotys) - MUS account:
IBAN: PL 91 1240 3927 1111 0011 0575 2658,
SWIFT: PKOPPLPW
9. ID (for inspection only).
10. General Data Protection Regulation form
Candidates are required to apply via University admissions website https://irk.pm.szczecin.pl/Default.aspx
Candidates may participate in several admission procedures, each time paying an admission fee. The admission fee for registration for one chosen course, level and form of studies is PLN 85.
The candidate should deliver the admission documents: in person, by post or by courier.
* Only persons who hold a secondary school leaving certificate (According to Article 69.2 of the Higher Education Act dated 20.07.2018, Poland) may apply to enrol at the Maritime University of Szczecin
See our Prospectus of programmes delivered in English for EU citizens
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Pliki do pobrania
Admission aplication form for candidates - PDF | ![]() |
Personal information form MUS - PDF | ![]() |
General Data Protection Regulation form RODO ENG | ![]() |
Uniform costs commitment form | ![]() |
Parent's lawful guardian's consent to study and undertake student interships. | ![]() |
Elective subjects Mech. Eng. MUS undergraduate fulltime | ![]() |
Mechanical Engineering curriculum undergraduate MUS, Poland - PDF | ![]() |
Application fee: 85 PLN
Payment can be made at the University cash desk or directly to the Maritime University of Szczecin bank account:Bank Pekao S.A. 91 1240 3927 1111 0011 0575 2658
IBAN PL 91 1240 3927 1111 0011 0575 2658
SWIFT: PKOPPLPW
Tuition fees in English:
- Polish citizens – 3 800 PLN/year
- Foreigners mentioned in article 324, paragraph 2 of the Higher Education Act (EU citizens, Polish Card holders (pol. Karta Polaka), Permanent Residence Permit holders, the decision of a Polish consul certifying Polish origin, refugees, Temporary Residence Card holders - family reunification, holders of PKPZJPjO certificate on the level min. C1, spouse, child or parent of a Polish citizen living in Poland) – 3 800 PLN/year.
- Foreigners from outside the European Union – 19 800 PLN/year.
Cash office open: Mon - Fri 10.00 - 14.00

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AND MOBILITY OFFICE
Maritime University of Szczecin - Politechnika Morska w Szczecinie
ul. Wały Chrobrego 1-2, room 101/102
70-500 Szczecin
tel. +48 91 48 09 965 (English, German)
tel. +48 91 48 09 345 (English, Spanish)
tel. +48 91 48 09 817 (Russian - only from 10.00 till 14.00 CET)
fax: +48 91 48 09 831
email: international@pm.szczecin.pl
Admission results can be checked on the MUS admissions website >> https://irk.pm.szczecin.pl/Default.aspx
Information about being admitted to the MUS will be sent by post.
Candidates who have been refused admission through an administrative decision of the Admission Commission have the right to appeal to the Rector of the Maritime University of Szczecin within 14 days of receiving the decision, through the Admission Commission (applies to Polish citizens).
Candidates who have been refused admission through an administrative decision of the Admission Commission have the right to appeal to the Rector of the Maritime University of Szczecin within 14 days of receiving the decision (applies to foreigners).
What is Medical Certificate for Service at Sea?
Students of maritime courses - Navigation, Inland Navigation, Mechatronics and Mechanical Engineering will serve their internships on board ships, in order to do so, it is necessary to have Medical Certificate for Service at Sea in accordance with the STCW 1978 and MLC 2006 Conventions, which specify the health requirements to be met by a person working at sea. This is essential to ensure the safety of all crew members and to provide them with suitable working conditions. The health examination involves checking eyesight, hearing, balance, nervous system and general health.
Candidates for the Mechanical Engineering course should submit to the International Students and Mobility Office:
- Medical Certificate for Service at Sea or
- medical certificate confirming that there are no health-related objections for the candidate to apply to a particular course, and the Medical Certificate for Service at Sea in accordance with the STCW 1978 and MLC 2006 Conventions can be obtained by the candidates after the closing of the admission period but before the beginning of the studies and must be submitted or sent to the International Students and Mobility Office where you can get more information in case of queries.
tel. +48 91 48 09 965 (English)
tel. +48 91 48 09 345 (English, Spanish)
tel. +48 91 48 09 817 (Russian)
WhatsApp: +48601329781 (English, Russian) - available between 8.00am - 4:00pm CET
fax: +48 91 48 09 831
Internship
All candidates admitted to the course will be informed, in advance, about the date of commencement of their internship.
Information on conditions and procedures referring to initial internship:
1. The initial internship takes place at the Maritime Rescue Training Centre of the Maritime University of Szczecin (not applicable to foreigners) and lasts 2 weeks.
2. The Dean designates the date of the internship. It is possible to change the date of the internship, with the relevant request, when submitting the documents.
3. If you have certificates that are still valid for 2 years at the time you submit your enrolment documents, you can apply for exemption from the initial internship. The relevant request is required when submitting the enrolment documents. Photocopies of the certificates must be attached to the request.
4. Chargeable accommodation in the MUS dormitory is available for the duration of the internship.
5. Absence during the initial internship without an appropriate excuse will result in expulsion from the list.
