Degree-Level Maritime Education — University of Tasmania
For those who want to take their maritime career to the highest level.
Already considering civil engineering, mechanical engineering, or a university degree path?
The Australian Maritime College offers degree-level qualifications in naval architecture, marine engineering, and nautical science — the maritime equivalents of civil and mechanical engineering. If you're academically strong and want a degree that leads directly to a specialised, well-paid career, AMC is worth serious consideration. Graduates work as ship's officers, naval architects, and marine engineers — roles that simply don't exist anywhere else.
What is the Australian Maritime College?
The AMC is Australia's national centre for maritime education and training, affiliated with the University of Tasmania. It offers vocational, undergraduate, and postgraduate qualifications recognised internationally. If you want to reach the senior end of the maritime industry — as a ship's officer, engineer, or naval architect — AMC is Australia's premier pathway.
What can you study?
- Bachelor of Applied Science (Nautical Science) — Officer of the Watch pathway
- Bachelor of Engineering (Naval Architecture) — design and build vessels
- Bachelor of Maritime and Logistics Management
- Marine Engineering — Second Engineer through to Chief Engineer
- Postgraduate research and masters programs in maritime fields
Career Pathways
- Deck Officer — Officer of the Watch through to Master Mariner on ocean-going vessels
- Marine Engineer — Second Engineer through to Chief Engineer
- Naval Architect — design, certify, and survey vessels
- Maritime Logistics and Port Management
- Defence and government maritime roles
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What Can You Earn?
APPROXIMATE EARNINGS BY CAREER STAGE
| Stage | Approx. Weekly Pay | Approx. Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate (Year 1) | ~$1,190/week | ~$62,000 |
| Mid-career (5 yrs) | ~$1,600–$2,000/week | ~$83,000–$104,000 |
Naval Architect / Marine Engineer: $95,000 – $115,000+ per year
Source: SEEK & Glassdoor 2025–26. Graduate naval architects start ~$62,000/year. Senior maritime officers and chief engineers on commercial vessels can earn $120,000–$180,000+.
Is this pathway for me?
- You want a degree-level qualification in a maritime or engineering field
- You're aiming for officer, engineer, or naval architecture roles
- You have strong academic results and want them to lead to a specialised career
- You want internationally recognised qualifications that open doors beyond Australia
For parents: AMC graduates work at the senior end of the maritime industry globally. Strong international employment outcomes and above-average salaries.
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