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Bachelor of Applied Science (Marine Engineering)
University of Tasmania, Hobart/Launceston, TAS, Australia
About this program
The Bachelor of Applied Science (Marine Engineering) at the University of Tasmania, delivered through the Australian Maritime College, prepares students for a career as a Marine Engineering Officer. It combines engineering knowledge with practical maritime training for work on commercial vessels, covering how to operate, maintain and manage the complex engineering systems that keep ships running safely and efficiently, including marine engineering systems and ship operations. The degree takes a minimum of four years full-time and is based in Launceston, with online study options.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
Study plan in 3 parts
- Year 1 (Pre Sea - Engine), Core Units: Shipboard Operations (Engine)
- Marine Mathematics and Engineering Design
- Year 2 (Watchkeeper - Engine), Core Units: Electrical Electronics and Control Systems
- Ship and Engine Resource Management
- Naval Architecture and Marine Mathematics
- Applied Mechanics
- Marine Thermodynamics
- Year 3 (Class2 Class1 Chief Engineer), Core Units: Managerial and Leadership Skills
- Advanced Applied Mechanics
- Advanced Electro-technology
- Advanced Marine Thermodynamics
- Advanced Marine Engineering (General)
Career & PR pathway
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Admissions
Admission to undergraduate courses at the University of Tasmania requires completion of a qualification equivalent to a Year 12 education in Australia, or an equivalent AQF Certificate IV or above, or previous tertiary study at Diploma level or higher. Applicants must have studies or experience equivalent to General Mathematics and Chemistry, Physics or Physical Sciences, plus a Year 10 pass in English or equivalent.
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