Memorial University’s ocean and naval architectural engineering undergraduate program is rated one of the top programs of its kind in North America. It is the only CEAB accredited ONAE program in Canada, and the only one in the world with mandatory co-operative education. The program provides the comprehensive education needed for the design, operation and maintenance of ocean-going systems such as ships, floating structures, underwater vehicles and offshore platforms.

Graduates of the ocean and naval architectural engineering program may become Professional Engineers in Canada, and will be able to implement academic knowledge and actual work experience from integrated co-operative education  in specialized marine environments regarding design, ship production, operations, offshore exploration and production, classification and regulation, and research and development.