Three years of the award will be undertaken at Flinders University. Students will also spend one year at the Australian Maritime College (AMC), Tasmania. The award will be conferred by Flinders University.
Fast facts
| Course type: | Undergraduate degree |
| Course length (full-time equivalent): | 4 years |
Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR):
| 83.15 |
| Location: | On campus |
| Professional Recognition/Membership: | This program meets the requirements for accreditation by Engineers Australia and is recognised internationally. Graduates will meet the academic requirements for attaining Chartered Professional Engineering status. Accreditation of any new Engineering course occurs in the first year it is offered. Such accreditation is provisional until the course produces its first graduates. |
Course overview
The Bachelor of Engineering (Maritime Electronics) focuses on the applications of electronics and computer systems in ships, submarines and other maritime vessels.
Drawing on the collaboration between Flinders University and the Australian Maritime College (part of the University of Tasmania) it is designed to address a substantial opportunity in South Australia and strongly supported by industry. Students spend time in both Adelaide and Tasmania.
The course is designed to provide students with:
- a strong foundation in both the theoreticaland practical aspects of engineering, particularly those relevant to the development of maritime and naval electronics solutions
- an awareness of social, economic and environmental aspects of maritime electronic systems engineering.
What will I study?
Refer to the program of study.
What is Maritime Electronics?
Maritime electronics is the application of electronics in the maritime industry, be that naval, commercial or recreational. Electronic engineers working on ships, submarines, offshore platforms and other maritime locations have to have a strong understanding of the differences in deploying devices in these environments. In addition, although used on land, there is a greater focus on some forms of device at sea such as battery, sonar, surveillance and navigation technologies and electronics capable of being used in harsh or extreme conditions.
South Australia represents an estimated 40% of Australia's electronics industry. With the release of the Australian Government's defence white paper outlining substantial increases to defence capabilities including substantial naval capability, and the Government's decision to build the new Air Warfare Destroyers and possibly the new Future Submarines in South Australia, there is a strong requirement for specialist maritime electronics engineers.
Why study Maritime Electronics at Flinders?
- All our Engineering awards have been designed in close collaboration with industry in order to meet future development needs. Students gain specialist knowledge in key areas and an integrated tool kit of skills that will enable them to meet the technical criteria required by industry and to engage professionally with on-going technical developments.
The first year of this award is similar to the first year of our other Engineering awards allowing students to transfer between awards with minimal loss of time. For students without the necessary prerequisites, the Bachelor of Engineering Science award provides a pathway into this award.
- Our research has an interdisciplinary nature, and we enjoy close collaborations with local hospitals, particularly the Flinders Medical Centre, a large teaching hospital with an internationally-respected medical school, which is situated on the same campus. These collaborations provide the foundation for success of many of our research projects.
- We have an international reputation for our teaching, student support programs/services and research.
Career opportunities
What can I do with my Bachelor of Engineering (Maritime Electronics) degree?
Combined degree options
Combine with | Duration (full-time equivalent) |
| Master of Business and Technology | 5 years |
Refer to Engineering combined degrees for further information.
Study a language
Flinders also offers all students the opportunity to major in a language in conjunction with any undergraduate course. The Diploma in Language is designed to provide students with competence in a chosen language that adds greater portability to their qualifications. You will complete a total of one extra year of study and graduate with both your chosen degree and the Diploma in Language. You can apply for this at time of enrolment.
Entry requirements
Domestic students | International students | ||
| Prerequisites: | Mathematical Methods or Mathematical Studies (SACE Stage 2 or equivalent). Knowledge of SACE Stage 2 Physics is assumed. | Prerequisites: | Mathematical Methods or Mathematical Studies (SACE Stage 2 equivalent). Knowledge of SACE Stage 2 Physics is assumed. |
You can qualify for undergraduate courses through:
Flinders also offers a range of special access schemes. Refer to undergraduate study applications.
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Applications
Domestic students | International students | ||
| SATAC code: | 224101 | CRICOS code: | 069015A |
Mid-year entry:
| No | Mid-year entry:
| No |
| Apply through: | SATAC | Apply through: | International Office |
Credit transfer
Refer to credit transfer for further information.
Annual fees
Place type | Domestic students | International students |
Commonwealth supported - Student contribution amount
| $6,725 | N/A |
| Full fee paying | N/A | $23,500 |
Note: Domestic student fees are indicative only. Further information: How are these fees calculated?
Related courses
- Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical) / Master of Engineering (Biomedical)
- Bachelor of Engineering Science
- Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Systems)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Electronics)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Robotics)
- Bachelor of Robotics / Master of Engineering (Electronics)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Software)
Publications
Domestic students | International students | ||
| Engineering (PDF 2MB) | eBrochure: Undergraduate international prospectus |
Contact
Faculty of Science and Engineering
Hotline: 1800 803 131 (local call cost)
Email: science@flinders.edu.au
School of Computer Science, Engineering & Mathematics
Associate Professor Karl Sammut
Phone: +61 8 8201 5051
Email: karl.sammut@flinders.edu.au
General domestic students information
Web: Prospective students
Enquiries: Admissions/Prospective Students Office
Flinders University, GPO Box 2100, Adelaide SA 5001
Tel (08) 8201 3074 or 1300 657 671 (local call cost)
Fax (08) 8201 2580
Email: admissions@flinders.edu.au
General international students information
Web: International students
Enquiries: Ask Flinders
