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Naval architecture is all based around boat design so that sparked an interest in me. Growing up I was always around boats and it has been an ongoing passion. I’ve always been interested in maths and science so this is a great combination for me.
The Australian Maritime College delivers a specialist engineering course that will guide you towards a thriving career in the maritime industry. Your studies will focus on one of two maritime industry specialisations: Naval Architecture or Ocean Engineering.
Your education will include access to world-class training and research facilities. You'll benefit from AMC’s industry connections and experience, providing you with a competitive edge as a graduate.
Naval Architecture
Naval Architecture focuses on the design and construction of everything from submarines and naval ships to luxury yachts, ferries, and cargo vessels. Across multiple branches of engineering, you can gain expertise in the shipping, high-speed, offshore, defence, underwater and recreational industries.
Ocean Engineering
Dive into advanced studies of the ocean environment and the conditions that impact the life cycle of marine structures. Ocean Engineering focuses on the design, construction and operation of offshore, subsea and coastal structures.
You will also learn about applied wave mechanics, underwater technology and offshore renewable energy concepts.
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Course objectives
The Bachelor of Maritime Engineering (Specialisation) (Honours), is a distinctive Maritime Engineering degree and the only of its kind in the Southern hemisphere.
The Australian Maritime College prepares graduates with a broad and coherent understanding of the principles underpinning maritime engineering. In addition to developing technical engineering skills and advanced knowledge in your chosen specialisation, you will also acquire professional soft skills in complex problem solving, critical thinking, decision making, and effective communication. This core knowledge is designed so that no matter where you start your career, you will be able to apply your skills and knowledge to a range of engineering professions across the globe.
Learning outcomes
Practical experience
Our ship experiences gives you the chance to undertake a series of hands-on projects at sea. You can take a voyage on one of our training vessels, engage in marine operations, and discover issues unique to the deep-sea environment.
Become a Student Ambassador
Improve your communication, teamwork and leadership skills, meet new people, inspire and help others, and developing lasting friendships and networks as a student ambassador. Our ambassadors proudly represent the University throughout 抖阴 in schools, at University and community events, and support a range of recruitment and engagement activities. Through the Student Ambassador Program you will have many opportunities for training and professional development, experience in real-world community engagement and outreach, networking, and public speaking, plus end up with a key point of distinction on your CV.
Work placement
We have strong collaborative connections with the Australian maritime and shipbuilding industry. This means that when you study at AMC, you’ll get real-work, hands-on experience that you won’t find anywhere else.
The growing maritime, defence, marine, and offshore sectors represent an exciting and strategic area of growth for AMC and the University of 抖阴. We are strategic partners in the Naval Shipbuilding College, collaborating with industry, government, and academia to deliver the expertise and workforce required for Australia’s continuous naval shipbuilding program. Our connections with the maritime and shipbuilding industry provide our students with unparalleled opportunities to connect with potential employers and gain real-world, hands-on experience before graduating.
A minimum of 12 weeks real-life work experience is a mandatory requirement of your AMC Engineering qualification. Professional work placements provide you with the opportunity to apply newly acquired skills to a practical working environment and demonstrate advanced knowledge and comprehension of your chosen engineering specialisation.
During this stage of your engineering degree, you'll demonstrate your ability to resolve complex work-related problems under the supervision of qualified engineers. You will engage in various facets of engineering and can observe and appreciate the attitudes, responsibilities, and ethics expected of engineers.
This work experience is undertaken in the unit JEE494 Engineering Professional Practice.
Career outcomes
From doing year 10 work experience with a Naval Architect and falling in love with the concept of designing ships, to becoming Chief Technology Officer for a small tech company. Harry chased his passion for Maritime Engineering and tailored his studies to make sure he became the Naval Architect he wanted to be. He enjoys using his education to develop autonomy solutions in the maritime sector.
More than 15,000 jobs are expected to be created in Australia as part of the continuous Naval Shipbuilding Program over the coming decades. Our graduates pursue successful careers in one of three specialist streams of Maritime Engineering
Naval Architect
Design the most complex machines on Earth, from luxury yachts and submarines to the future of autonomous shipping and Australia’s next-generation naval fleet.
Ocean Engineer
Design, build, support, and maintain the vast range of structures and machines that make up the maritime industry.
There is international demand for qualified graduates in the following areas:
- Ship building
- Alternative energy
- Marine survey
- Statutory bodies
- Defence
- Industrial process and power generation sectors
Postgraduate Study
If you successfully complete this course you may also be eligible to apply for a range of other postgraduate courses including Graduate Certificates and Graduate Diplomas and Masters by coursework and research.
Professional Accreditation
The Bachelor of Maritime Engineering (Sepciation) (Honours) is an externally accredited degree.
The following specialisations of this course are accredited by Engineers Australia:
- Naval Architecture
- Ocean Engineering
Completion of a specialisation may meet the requirements for membership of Engineers Australia. There may be additional requirements for membership聽beyond the completion of the specialisation.
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If you have any queries about the accreditation process, please contact us for further information.
Course structure
The Bachelor of Maritime Engineering (Specialisation) (Honours) requires the completion of聽400 credit points听肠辞尘辫谤颈蝉颈苍驳:
- 300 credit points of Core units
- 75 credit point Specialisation
- 25 credit points of Electives
罢丑别听Core聽units are compulsory for all students and consist of 8 units in Year 1 (100 credit points), 8 units in Year 2 (100 credit points), 3 units in Year 3 (37.5 credit points) and 5 units in Year 4 (inclusive of research project and design units) (62.5 credit points).
In Year 3, you will select your engineering聽Specialisation聽from the following: , Naval Architecture or Ocean Engineering. 6 specialist units (75 credit points) will be completed in Years 3 and 4.
In the聽Elective聽component you can choose from any units marked as "Student Electives" which you meet the pre-requisites for, at any level, from across the university. To search for possible Elective units, use the聽Unit Search tool聽to search by the discipline that you are interested in.
Your electives can be used to add breadth to your degree, by exploring a variety of different subject areas from within or outside the College of Sciences and Engineering. Alternatively, you can deepen your engagement with specific subject areas, for example, by completing additional units in the same discipline as your major or related fields.
In addition to the 400 credit points, all engineering students must undertake 12 weeks of industrial experience, typically in the summer between your third and fourth year, via a work placement. You will enrol in JEE494 Engineering Professional Practice (0 credit points) and must receive an ungraded pass (UP) in this unit to be eligible to graduate.
We have a team of Student Advisers available to help you structure your studies to meet your desired outcomes. For enrolment assistance please contact us via聽听迟辞诲补测.
Entry requirements
For Domestic students
We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, the University鈥檚 admissions team will work with you to find the best pathway option.
for more advice on the application process and the available pathways to enrol and study at the University of 抖阴.
Schools Recommendation Program
Australian year 12 students can apply for this course via our Schools Recommendation Program (SRP). Rather than an ATAR, your application is based on a recommendation by your school teachers. This can factor in your year 11 results, an assessment of your capabilities, and other considerations.
Through the SRP, you can receive and accept an offer prior to completing year 12. You will still need to finish your year 12 studies 鈥� including any exams 鈥� to commence your studies. In addition, this course (all specialisations) requires you to pass specific pre-requisite subjects in Year 12 (or equivalent), see below for details.
If you don鈥檛 receive an offer for this course through the Schools Recommendation Program, you will be re-assessed for a higher preference offer once your ATAR is released.
Domestic applicants who recently completed secondary education
Applicants are ranked by ATAR and offers are made based on the number of places available. In 2024, the lowest ATAR to receive an offer into this course was 70.聽聽The lowest ATAR to receive an offer may change from year to year based on the number of applications we receive.
Applicants who have recently completed senior secondary studies but have not received an ATAR may still be eligible for admission. We will consider your individual subject results on a case-by-case basis when we assess your application.
Domestic applicants with higher education study
To be eligible for an offer, applicants must have:
- Partially completed an undergraduate course at Diploma level or higher (or equivalent). Applicants must have completed at least two units of study (equivalent to 25 University of 抖阴 credit points). If an applicant has failed any units, the application may be subject to further review before an offer is made; OR
- Completed the University of 抖阴 University Preparation Program (or an equivalent qualification offered by an Australian university).
Domestic applicants with聽VET / TAFE study
To be eligible for an offer, applicants must have completed a Certificate IV (or equivalent) in any discipline. 聽
Domestic applicants with聽work and life experience
Applicants without senior secondary, tertiary or VET / TAFE study can complete a聽personal competency 抖阴.
Applicants may be eligible for an offer if they have relevant work and/or life experiences which demonstrate a capacity to succeed in this course. 聽
Subject Prerequisites
These prerequisites apply to students from all educational backgrounds.
To be eligible for an offer, you must have completed studies or have experience equivalent to a satisfactory achievement in the following 抖阴n Senior Secondary subject:
- Mathematics Methods (MTM415117) or equivalent
- Physical Sciences (PSC315118) or equivalent (equivalency includes CHM415115 Chemistry OR PHY415115 Physics)
You can enquire online聽for information on interstate and international equivalents to the 抖阴n senior secondary subject above. If you need assistance to meet the prerequisite, we offer foundation units聽that you can complete before you start your course.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATION
We believe university education should be an option for everyone, no matter your background. If your ability to access or participate in education has been affected by circumstances beyond your control, you can聽聽as part of your application. We will consider a range of factors, including economic hardship, a serious medical condition, or disability.
We can only approve applications for special consideration if we are confident that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in your studies. If your application is not approved, the University admissions team will work with you to find the best alternative pathway to your chosen course. Special consideration is not available for international applicants.
COURSE PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS聽
This course includes compulsory Work Integrated Learning (professional experience placements). In order to participate in placements, all students must:
- Complete a Safe to Practice Agreement declaring they have the medical, physical or psychological capacity to safely participate聽in professional experience practice.聽
For International students
English Language Requirements
This degree requires an IELTS (Academic) of 6.0, with no individual band less than 5.5, or a PTE Academic score of 50, with no score lower than 42 or equivalent.
For students who do not meet the English Language Requirement through citizenship or prior studies in English in an approved country, evidence of an approved English language test completed within the last 2 years must be provided.
See the聽English Language Requirements聽page for more information.
General Entry Requirements
Admission to undergraduate courses at the University of 抖阴 requires the completion of qualifications equivalent to a year 12 education in Australia.
Please review the聽equivalent undergraduate entry requirements聽to see the minimum requirement relevant to your country. The ATAR information for this course is located in the 鈥淔or Domestic Students鈥� section of the entry requirements on this page.
You can also meet the General Entry Requirement for this course with the following qualifications or prior studies:
- Completion of an equivalent AQF Certificate IV or above
- Complete or incomplete (minimum 25 credit points) of previous tertiary study at Diploma level or higher
Course Specific Requirements
These prerequisites apply to students from all educational backgrounds.
To be eligible for an offer, you must have completed studies or have experience equivalent to a satisfactory achievement in the following 抖阴n Senior Secondary subject:
- Mathematics Methods (MTM415117) or equivalent
- Physical Sciences (PSC315118) or equivalent (equivalency includes CHM415115 Chemistry OR PHY415115 Physics)
You can enquire online聽for information on interstate and international equivalents to the 抖阴n senior secondary subject above. If you need assistance to meet the prerequisite, we offer foundation units聽that you can complete before you start your course..
COURSE PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS聽
This course includes compulsory Work Integrated Learning (professional experience placements). In order to participate in placements, all students must:
- Complete a Safe to Practice Agreement declaring they have the medical, physical or psychological capacity to safely participate聽in professional experience practice.聽
Articulation
Articulation from previous course versions: Students who have commenced a pre-2021 Bachelor of Engineering course at the Australian Maritime College will be eligible for full credit for all units successfully completed under the previous course version (towards the Bachelor of Engineering (Specialisation) (Honours)), provided that the units were completed no more than 10 years prior to the year of graduation from the new award.
Articulation to/from the SoE BEng Program: Students may transfer to this course after completing one year of P4D in Hobart or may transfer to P4D in Hobart after completing one year of this course in Launceston. Articulation to/from Co-operative Education program: Students may articulate between the BMarEng(Spec)(Hons) and the BMarEng(Spec) (Hons) (Co-op) courses with full credit, subject to meeting the applicable admission requirements for course transfer. Articulation from other, related courses: Students who have commenced a Bachelor of Engineering (Specialisation) (Honours) course or similar at the University of 抖阴 or at another institution may receive up to a maximum of 2 years (200 credit points) of advanced standing towards the BMarEng(Spec)(Hons), subject to the approval of the Course Coordinator. 2+2 Articulation Agreements: Students may articulate to the BMarEng(Spec)(Hons) in accordance with the details of any approved 2+2 articulation agreements.
Detailed Admissions Information
Detailed admissions information and advice for all undergraduate courses, including comprehensive, course-level student profiles, is available from UTAS Admissions.
Fees & scholarships
Domestic students
Cost shouldn鈥檛 get in the way of you studying.
Commonwealth supported places (CSP) are available for this course. For eligible domestic undergraduate students, this means your fees will be subsidised by the Australian Government. You鈥檒l only need to pay the student contribution amount for each unit you study within the course.
You can find the student contribution for each unit of study on the individual unit pages. The units for this course are found in the course structure section.
You may also be able to defer payment of the student contribution amount by accessing a HECS-HELP loan from the Government. If eligible, you鈥檒l only have to pay your tuition fees once you start earning above a specific amount.
Further information on student loans and a CSP eligibility checker can be found at .
Further informationDetailed fee information for domestic students including the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) is available at Scholarships, fees and costs.
International students
2025 Total Course Fee (international students): $186,413 AUD*.
Course cost based on a rate of $43,250 AUD per standard, full-time year of study (100 credit points).
* Please note that this is an indicative fee only.
International students
International students are charged the Student Services and Amenities Fee but this fee is incorporated in the annual rate. International students do not have to make any additional SSAF payments.
Scholarships
For information on general scholarships available at the University of 抖阴, please visit the scholarships website.
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