Whether you are looking to embark on a career at sea or take the next step into the maritime industry, our Bachelor of Applied Science (MarineEngineering) provides the gateway to working aboard vessels around the globe.

The Australian Maritime College’s Bachelor of Applied Science (Marine Engineering) degree will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to undertake operation and maintenance associated to shipboard marine engineering systems. Our program is designed to integrate professional short courses and training at sea so that you will not only obtain a bachelor’s degree or Advanced Diploma but also a Certificate of Competency issued by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA).

Our program will prepare you for a career as a Marine Engineer with the practical skill and knowledge to work aboard commercial vessels. You will learn about marine engineering systems, vessel structure and operations, cargo and passenger transport, vessel management, marine legislation, marine survey and shipboard safety. We also grant access to an alternative degree exit option, with the inclusion of our nested Advanced Diploma, offering an unmatched opportunity to embark on a career as an Engineer Watchkeeper just after your first 2 years of study.

Work placement

AMC has strong connections with the Australian maritime and shipbuilding industry. This means when you study at AMC, you’ll get opportunities for unmatched hands-on learning experiences that are deeply connected to industry.

Sea-time is a built-in phase of your AMC marine engineering qualification. You will be encouraged to gain employment as a trainee engineer officer with a shipping company in order to obtain qualifying sea service and complete on the job ASMA requirements. You may choose to seek employment before or after Year 1 studies (also known as pre-sea training).

On completion of the relevant phases of study, you will be eligible to undertake the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) examinations. Upon successful completion, you obtain the required certificate of competency to serve on ships.

AMC’s Bachelor of Applied Science (Marine Engineering) is the recognised pathway to becoming an AMSA Certified Class 1 and 2 Marine Engineer.
Upon graduating from this degree, you will be competent with advanced industry knowledge and a sought-after skill-set which will prove to be advantages as you seek a career at sea.

Our professional engineering graduates are also qualified with additional knowledge and skills that they are likely to require to take up senior shore-based professional positions such as:

• Governmental or intergovernmental regulators and organisations such as AMSA, EMSA (European Maritime Safety Agency), IMO (International Maritime Organization)
• Senior position in a shipyardTechnical manager in a shipping company
• Marine superintendent or safety manager in a shipping company
• Product, R&D, sales and service managers in companies manufacturing marine engines and equipment
• Surveyor in a Classification Society
• Marine Surveyor with a Port State Control authority such as AMSA
• Work in Marine insurance companies
• Maritime Education and Training, research and teaching positions

Professional Recognition

The Bachelor of Applied Science (Marine Engineering) and nested Advanced Diploma of Applied Science (Marine Engineering) is approved by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) for eligibility towards the following Certificates of Competency: Engineer Watchkeeper, Class 2 Engineer, Class 1 Engineer.