Programs in marine engineering offer students the opportunity to further develop and enhance their skills and expertise in this field. The variety of specialised coursework electives and study options enable students to meet their individual needs as well as meeting industry-defined objectives. Industry sponsored students can undertake work-based projects to enhance their practical experience.

Intending students should consult the program coordinator prior to commencement to check whether particular courses or projects will be available.

The degree is conferred by the University of Adelaide, which delivers most of the courses, though courses from a number of other leading universities throughout Australia are also included. Students must, however, ensure that at least 9 units of study must be taken from courses taught by the University of Adelaide.

Marine engineering programs are structured so that students can complete the degree in steps. This approach provides the opportunity to complete the Graduate Certificate, then Graduate Diploma and finally the Masters Degree. The advantage of this approach is that it provides options for career-life balance.

The Graduate Certificate is a 12-unit program with students undertaking 9 units of core courses and one elective course.

Midyear entry candidates, please note: not all courses are available in Semester 2 so the program must be undertaken part-time.

Advanced technical and management roles in the field of marine engineering.

• Ability to apply knowledge of basic science and engineering fundamentals.
• Ability to communicate effectively, not only with engineers but also with the community at large.
• In-depth technical competence in Marine Engineering.
• Ability to undertake problem identification, formulation and solution.
• Ability to utilise a systems approach to design and operational performance.
• Ability to function effectively as an individual and in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams, with the capacity to be a leader or manager as well as an effective team member.
• Understanding of the social, cultural, global and environmental responsibilities of the professional engineer, and the need for sustainable development.
• Understanding of the principles of sustainable design and development.
• Understanding of the professional and ethical responsibilities and commitment to them.
• Expectation of the need to undertake lifelong learning, and the capacity to do so.

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