NTUA Establishes Greece’s First Postgraduate Programme in “Ship Performance Analysis and Management”

Greek shipping, a world leader, is today called upon to address significant challenges: improving energy efficiency, complying with increasingly stringent environmental regulations, and harnessing the potential of digital technology.

In response to these needs, the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) and, in particular, the School of Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering, announce the establishment of the new Postgraduate Programme (MSc) “Ship Performance Analysis and Management”. The programme offers a unique combination of theoretical knowledge and practical application, addressing graduate engineers and maritime industry professionals who wish to enhance their knowledge and skills by acquiring cutting-edge specialization that combines academic training and applied research.

The start of the MSc programme is scheduled for February 2026. The duration of studies is three academic semesters and leads to the award of a Master of Science (MSc) degree. The programme includes ten compulsory courses as well as a dissertation, covering topics such as:

hydrodynamics and energy efficiency,
propulsion and fuel technologies,
fleet operational data analysis and management,
environmental regulations and compliance strategies,
decarbonization and sustainable development.

The programme has already been evaluated by the Hellenic Authority for Higher Education (HQA) and received full accreditation, being placed in the highest evaluation tier. The External Evaluation Committee’s report highlighted:

the sound structure and clear orientation of the programme,
the quality and international experience of the teaching staff,
the close alignment with the needs of the Greek and international shipping industry,
its contribution to training executives capable of supporting the green and digital transition of the sector.

With this new MSc programme, NTUA strengthens its role as a centre of excellence and innovation in naval education and research, contributing to the maintenance and enhancement of the competitiveness of Greek shipping in the international arena.

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The National Technical University of Athens and Columbia Engineering successfully co-organised the first scientific workshop of the current year, entitled «Infrastructure and Energy Sustainability in a Changing Climate». The event brought together distinguished Professors from both universities, many of whom are NTUA alumni. The workshop was held at the Zografou Polytechnic Campus, attracting students, researchers, and Professors, and was also available via live stream, which was watched in real time by more than 700 viewers.

The presentations and discussions focused on critical challenges of the energy and environmental transition, covering topics such as:

Decarbonisation of the building stock through advanced analytical tools
The use of trustworthy artificial intelligence to address climate change
The challenges and limits of smart cities
The application of artificial intelligence in autonomous mobility

The presentations covered, among other topics:

The sustainable electrification of Europe’s first «Renewable Energy Valley»
Strategies for reducing the carbon footprint
Technological solutions for fire prevention and suppression
Innovative approaches to infrastructure monitoring using IoT and non-destructive testing methods
Measures to enhance infrastructure resilience and adaptation to climate change

This workshop is the first in a series of events to follow within the framework of the collaboration between NTUA and Columbia University.

Watch the recorded event