Bachelor of Engineering (Naval Architecture)

Fast facts

Course type: Undergraduate degree
Course length: 4 years
Location: On campus at Flinders University and the University of Tasmania

The first two years of this award are undertaken at Flinders University and the third and fourth years are undertaken at the Australian Maritime College, a part of the University of Tasmania. The award is conferred by the University of Tasmania.

2013 Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR): 75.95
Guaranteed entry ATAR: 80.00
TAFElink: Diploma or above
Bonus points: Science and Maths, SEAS, RISAS

International students: Entry and English requirements

Course overview

The Bachelor of Engineering (Naval Architecture) was developed to serve the needs of the Australian ship design, construction and related industries by providing professional engineers specifically educated in the field. The course prepares students for careers in the shipbuilding industry, high-speed ferry industry, and marine consultancy firms, and in government - in areas of commercial shipping, transport policy and administration.

What will I study?

Refer to the course rule .

What is Naval Architecture?

Naval architecture focuses on the design, construction and maintenance of maritime vessels. This includes research, design, development, design evaluation and calculations during all stages of the life of a marine vehicle.

Why study Naval Architecture 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.

We have an international reputation for our teaching, student support programs/services and research.

Professional Recognition/Membership

This program is accredited at the Professional level by Engineers Australia and is recognised internationally.

In addition, it is also accredited by the Royal Institution of Naval Architects.

Graduates will meet the academic requirements for attaining Chartered Professional Engineering status.

Career opportunities

What can I do with my Bachelor of Engineering (Naval Architecture) degree?

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

Prerequisites: SACE Stage 2 Specialist Mathematics, Mathematical Methods, Mathematical Studies or equivalent. Knowledge of SACE Stage 2 Physics or equivalent is assumed.

International students are expected to have completed senior secondary mathematical methods/mathematical studies or equivalent. Knowledge of senior secondary physics is assumed.

Domestic students: You can qualify for undergraduate courses through: year 12 qualifications, adult entry (STAT/Bridging Program), TAFE/VET qualification, higher education transfers. Flinders also offers a range of special access schemes. Refer to undergraduate study applications.

International students: Entry and English requirements

Applications and annual fees

Domestic students
SATAC code:	224331
Mid year entry:	Yes
Applications:	SATAC Uniweb
Annual fees:	Place type: Commonwealth-supported $8,360

International students
CRICOS code:	071847J
Mid year entry:	No
Applications:	How to apply
Annual fees:	Download fee schedule

Note: Domestic student fees are indicative only. Further information: How are these fees calculated?

Credit transfer

Refer to credit transfer for further information.

Related courses

Further study options

Course brochures

Domestic students
Engineering (PDF 1MB)

International students
eBrochure: Undergraduate international prospectus

Further information

Discipline of Mechanical Engineering

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