Edith Cowan University
Bachelor of Maritime Engineering (Specialisation) (Honours)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationOffered in collaboration with the Australian Maritime College at the University of Tasmania in Launceston, Tasmania, this specialist engineering course will guide you towards a thriving career in the maritime industry. Through this course the students focus on one of the three maritime industry specialisations: Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, or Marine and Offshore Engineering.
Marine and Offshore engineers are involved with the design, manufacture, deployment and commissioning of systems associated with the marine and offshore oil and gas industries. Naval architects are professional engineers who design and oversee the construction and repair of marine craft and various offshore structures. Ocean engineers are involved in the design of offshore structures such as oil and gas platforms or subsea pipelines, as well as the wide range of infrastructure associated with the ports and harbour facilities and submersible vehicles required to service them.
Delivery mode
Edith Cowan University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 270 Joondalup Drive, Joondalup
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
All applicants are required to have Mathematics: Methods ATAR, with equivalents considered, and Physics ATAR or Engineering Studies ATAR or Chemistry ATAR or Mathematics: Specialist ATAR, with equivalents considered.
It is desirable that all applicants have Physics ATAR or Engineering Studies ATAR, with equivalents considered, students without Physics ATAR or Engineering Studies ATAR may need to take a bridging unit in the first year of their studies.
Academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- AQF Diploma or equivalent;
- Successfully completed 0.5 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
- Undergraduate Certificate;
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test;
- University Preparation Course;
- Indigenous University Orientation Course;
- Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment; or
English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test;
- IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
- Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
- University Preparation Course;
- Indigenous University Orientation Course;
- Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment;
- AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
- Other equivalent tests, courses or programs.
Course fees
$31,400
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Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Maritime Engineering (Specialisation) (Honours) will prepare you for the following roles.
Naval Architect
A Naval Architect creates and designs ships and other marine vessels. You might be involved in the production of new vessels and you may design spe...
Ocean Engineer
An Ocean Engineer designs and develops technology for marine environments. You might work on offshore platforms, underwater vehicles, or coastal st...
Marine Engineer
A Marine Engineer carries out maintenance and repairs on shipping equipment. You’ll work on a range of marine vessel systems from mechanical and hy...
Marine Surveyor
A Marine Surveyor conducts inspections on a range of maritime vessels to ensure they meet safety regulations. You might look at various parts of a...
Coastal Engineer
A Coastal Engineer designs and manages projects related to the coastline and coastal infrastructure. You might work on beach nourishment, coastal p...
About Edith Cowan University
Edith Cowan University (ECU) provides the ideal learning environment for people who want to graduate world ready.
Located in Western Australia, our industry-relevant teaching and research, supportive study environment and award-winning facilities enable ECU students to do more than just survive in this world – they thrive in it.
Established in 1991, ECU took the opportunity to reshape the way higher education is delivered in a distinctive and inspiring campus environment.
ECU courses are developed in consultation with industry, and teaching staff have extensive industry experience and networks. It's why ECU students can expect work integrated learning placement opportunities, fieldwork, practicums and networking events as part of their studies.
This approach has been rewarded with five-star ratings for undergraduate teaching quality over the past 16 years, along with consistently high ratings for overall education experience, skills development, student support and learning resources, as reported in the Good Universities Guide .
ECU's world-class research strives to make a difference to the community in Western Australia and beyond. ECU focuses on working with our communities, business and government organizations to solve real-world problems.
The University was named after Edith Dircksey Cowan, the first woman to be elected to an Australian Parliament. Her life was dedicated to the belief that education was the key to growth, change and improvement in society.
Her example informs ECU's values ??as we pride ourselves in developing capable graduates who lead engaged and productive lives in the communities in which they live and work.
