Study the Bachelor of Engineering (Maritime) (Honours)

Study Maritime Engineering at Flinders

Make waves in the maritime engineering industry.

Prepare to become a professional engineer in the maritime engineering industry. You’ll learn to design and manage the building of maritime vehicles, coastal engineering projects, port and harbour facilities, and offshore oil and gas installations. The first two years of the degree provide a common entry pathway to specialise in naval architecture, ocean engineering, or marine and offshore systems.

Students completing this degree will graduate from both Flinders University and the University of Tasmania.

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Prerequisites

SACE stage two specialist mathematics or mathematical methods or equivalent.

Assumed knowledge

Knowledge of SACE stage two physics or equivalent is assumed.

2024 selection rank

75.00

Guaranteed selection rank

80.00

TAFElink

Diploma or above

Adjustment factors available

Yes

SATAC code

234591

Delivery mode

In person:

– Tonsley

Online: No

Duration

4 years full-time
(or part-time equivalent)
Deferrable: Yes

Annual indicative fee

2024: $8,944

How are these fees calculated?

Start dates

– March
– July

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Why study Maritime Engineering at Flinders

Specialise in naval architecture, ocean engineering, or marine and offshore systems
Access state-of-the-art experimental facilities at Flinders University and the Australian Maritime College in Launceston
Developed to serve the needs of the maritime engineering design, construction and related industries
Career opportunities available in Australia, Europe, USA, UK and Asia
Nationally recognised integrated work placement gives you practical industry experience

Your career

Potential occupations:

Marine engineer
Maritime Systems Engineer
Naval Architect
Ocean Engineer
Pipeline engineer (subsea)
Ship Design Specialist.

Potential employers include:

shipbuilding industry
high-speed ferry industry
marine consultancy firms
government - commercial shipping, transport policy and administration
insurance sector.

Professional accreditation/recognition

All our Bachelor of Engineering and Master of Engineering degrees are accredited by Engineers Australia at the level of professional engineer. Professional engineering courses accredited by Engineers Australia are recognised internationally under the Washington Accord. Graduates meet the academic requirements for attaining chartered professional engineering status.

This course is also recognised by the Royal Institution of Naval Architects and the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology.

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I was doing electronics and software and mechanical stuff at home and that led me straight into robotics at university. The field is expanding, especially with the new defence initiatives. I knew it would be a good career path and it was a career I wanted to pursue”.

What you will study

First year

A typical first year may include:

core topics in electronics, professional skills, engineering design, engineering programming, engineering physics and materials, engineering mechanics, and mathematics.

Second year

A typical second year may include:

core topics in engineering mathematics, analysis of engineering systems, mechanics and structures, fluid mechanics, dynamics, hydrostatics, thermodynamics and energy systems, ship design and construction, and offshore engineering
intensive workshop to gain your Mechanical Practice Certificate
practical and theoretical training to gain your Elements of Shipboard Safety Certificate.

Third year /
Honours year

A typical third and honours year may include:

A typical third year and honours year requires you to transfer to the Australian Maritime College in Launceston and might include:

advanced topics such as ships and underwater vehicles or yachts and small craft
other degree specialisations, such as marine engineering and offshore structures or ocean engineering
access to specialised hydrodynamic test facilities for your project and laboratory work.

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Practical experience

The degree provides you with practical experience that prepares you for the workforce.

Undertake practical work on-board a maritime vessel.
Complete a professional work placement with a maritime engineering company as part of your studies.
Develop practical skills in mechanics and structures, ship design, hydrostatics and fluid mechanics, thermodynamics and energy engineering.

What you'll need

This course involves practical work on board a maritime vessel. It is an Australian Maritime Safety Authority requirement that students undertake a medical assessment and have a valid Elements of Shipboard Safety certificate prior to going to sea. This certificate will be arranged at the commencement of the third year of study.

Study abroad

There are opportunities to take your studies overseas with a student exchange program.

ATAR and Student Profile Information

ATAR and Selection Rank profile

The table below shows ATAR and Selection Rank data for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR commencing in Semester 1, 2024. It is limited to applicants that have recently completed secondary education (within the last two years). Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.

Notes:
<5 – less than 5 ATAR based offers made
N/A – This course uses additional selection criteria and therefore Selection Rank is not published

ATAR-based offers only across all offer rounds	ATAR - Excluding adjustment factors	Selection Rank - ATAR plus any adjustment factors
Highest rank to receive an offer	99.75	99.95
Median rank to receive an offer	81.38	86.88
Lowest rank to receive an offer	61.40	70.40

Student Profile

The table below gives an indication of the likely peer cohort for new students in this course. It provides data on students who commenced study in this course in Semester 1, 2024 including those admitted through all offer rounds and international students studying in Australia. Applicant background groupings are based on educational background, not basis of admission. Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.

Notes:
<5 – the number of students is less than 5
N/P – Not published: the number is hidden to prevent calculation of numbers in cells with less than 5 students

Applicant background (Semester 1, 2024)	Number of students	Percentage of all students
Higher education study (includes a bridging or enabling course)	57	32%
Vocational education and training (VET) study	0	0
Work and life experience	5	3%
Recent secondary education - Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR (regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors such as equity or subject bonus points)	80	45%
Recent secondary education - Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered (e.g. portfolio, audition, extra test)	11	6%
Recent secondary education - Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor (e.g. special consideration pathways)	14	8%
International Students	11	6%
All students	178	100%

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Whatever undergraduate course you are studying at Flinders, you can add innovation and enterprise electives to your degree to gain new, adaptable and transferrable skills that will equip you for the careers of tomorrow.

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How to apply

Choose your preferred course.

Check the entry requirements and admission pathways available to you.

Choose other courses to include in your preferences.

Visit SATAC and submit your application online.

Admission pathways

Applicants can apply for this course using Year 12 qualifications, previous higher education study, TAFE/VET qualifications, or through adult entry (STAT/Foundation Studies/tertiary preparation course).

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Choosing your preferences

When choosing your preferences through SATAC, some other Flinders degrees you might want to include in your list are:

How to apply

Select your course.

Check entry requirements.

Check your eligibility for credit.

Apply online

Obtain certified documents.

Submit your application and documents.

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English language pathways

If you don’t meet our English language entry requirements and need to improve your English language proficiency, you can do so through Flinders University Academy – or our approved English Language Instruction Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) providers.

This means that you can attend the required English language tuition at approved ELICOS providers and gain direct entry into university without an IELTS or TOEFL test.

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Academic program pathways

If you don’t meet our academic entry requirements, you can still gain entry to Flinders University through Flinders University Academy. With a range of diplomas, foundation and English language courses, students can find a direct pathway into the destination degree of their choice.

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Course enquiries

Want more information about studying at Flinders University? Contact us to find out more – we’d love to help you decide if Flinders University is the right choice for you.

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Bachelor of Engineering (Maritime) (Honours)

Study Maritime Engineering at Flinders

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