Most naval architects have a degree or postgraduate qualification that is recognised by the Royal Institution of Naval Architects. This would usually be an engineering subject like:
- naval architecture
- ocean, offshore or marine engineering
- ship science
You may be able to get onto a degree course if you've got qualifications from working as an engineering technician.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 2 or 3 A levels, or equivalent, including maths and physics