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If you're aiming to start a maritime career or advance in the seafaring industry, an Ocean Seafaring degree serves as your passport to working on ships worldwide. The Australian Maritime College's Bachelor of Applied Science (Nautical Science) equips students with essential expertise to effectively command and navigate various merchant vessels. This comprehensive program combines specialized courses with practical sea training, resulting in both a Bachelor's degree and an AMSA-issued Certificate of Competency. The curriculum covers critical areas including maritime navigation, ship operations, cargo/passenger logistics, vessel administration, maritime law, and onboard safety protocols. Additionally, the program meets all STCW Convention (2010 amendments) standards for seafarer training and certification.
Admission to undergraduate courses at the University of Tasmania requires the completion of qualifications equivalent to a 12th year of education in Australia.
Most of our undergraduate programs have the following English language requirements.
IELTS (Academic) - 6.0 (no individual band less than 5.5)
TOEFL (iBT) 72 (no skill below: Reading 10; Listening 9; Speaking 16; Writing 19)
PTE Academic 50 with no score lower than 42
UTAS Access-English Level 6 - 60% (no individual score less than 55%)
Cambridge CAE (Certificate of Advanced English) - B Grade
Cambridge CPE (Certificate of Proficiency in English) - C Grade
Cambridge BEC (Business English Certificate) Higher - C Grade