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Bachelor of Global Logistics and Maritime Management (P3E)

Overview (2027)

Duration

Minimum 3 years, up to a maximum of 7 years.

This course is available to study as both part-time or full-time
Duration
Duration refers to the minimum and maximum amounts of time in which this course can be completed. It will be affected by whether you choose to study full or part time, noting that some programs are only available part time.

Location

Launceston
Semester 1, Semester 2
Online
Semester 1, Semester 2, Spring

Maritime shipping is a very niche industry. There are so many amazing opportunities and careers within this industry, all over the world, and it all starts at the Australian Maritime College.

Gabrielle Hall
Global Logistics and Maritime Management student

The Australian Maritime College’s three-year Bachelor of Global Logistics and Maritime Management degree is designed to prepare students for management careers in the dynamic and internationally-focused maritime and logistics industries.

90 per cent of world trade is sent via the oceans, and it takes specialist skills to manage this vast industry. Global logistics and maritime management professionals are in high demand around the world in diverse industries such as shipping ports, logistics, exporting and importing, freight forwarding, manufacturing and government.

This specialist business degree will give you high-level expertise and knowledge. You’ll learn to maintain, enhance, and drive industry into the future.

This course draws on the expertise of the Australian Maritime College, which is a specialist research and teaching institute, ranked #1 in the International Association of Maritime Universities benchmarks.

Learning from highly qualified teachers, you'll gain valuable experience with industry workshops and site visits, and work directly with leaders from the maritime and logistics industries.

We also offer Diploma and Associate Degree entry points as pathways to the bachelor's degree. Please refer to the Diploma of Global Logistics and Maritime Management or the Associate Degree in Global Logistics and Maritime Management course pages for more information.

This degree can be combined to form a double degree. Study what you want, explore your options and find out how you can accelerate your career.


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  • 1 Apply the underlying principles, concepts and analytical skills in logistics and maritime management to facilitate business decision-making.
  • 2 Analyse business practices in diverse logistics and maritime management contexts to generate sustainable solutions.
  • 3 Solve diverse and complex problems in the logistics and maritime management arena using methodologies guided by social, ethical, regulatory, technological and global perspectives.
  • 4 Communicate logistics and maritime management solutions in diverse cultural contexts using various methods and formats to a range of audiences.

We maintain close links with prospective employers and industry associations to ensure you can access opportunities that support your career development. We will connect you with professionals from the maritime and logistics industries through various events such as guest speakers and industry forum. The Maritime & Logistics Management Industry Forum has provided a medium for students to speak with senior managers from Tasmanian and interstate companies such as TasPorts, Agility Logistics, Toll Group, Australian National Lines (ANL), Oldendorff Carriers and Patrick Stevedore. In addition to networking with industry professionals, attending events will also enable you to learn about the scope of employment prospects available to those who graduate with AMC’s Bachelor of Global Logistics and Maritime Management.

Become a Student Ambassador

Improve your communication, teamwork and leadership skills, meet new people, inspire and help others, and developing lasting friendships and networks as a student ambassador. Our ambassadors proudly represent the University throughout Tasmania in schools, at University and community events, and support a range of recruitment and engagement activities. Through the Student Ambassador Program you will have many opportunities for training and professional development, experience in real-world community engagement and outreach, networking, and public speaking, plus end up with a key point of distinction on your CV.

The University of Tasmania is integrated into all areas of industry locally, nationally and internationally be it through research or work placement programs. Talk to your course coordinator about finding an opportunity to take part in a work experience, placement, or extracurricular activities during your degree.

Our long-standing links with industry ensure that our courses are relevant to you as a graduate while meeting the needs of employers and the broader maritime industry. 

Graduates of the course are eligible for credit exemption when pursuing the professional qualification from the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS).

Graduates may be eligible to receive a professional certification awarded by the International Association of Maritime and Port Executives (IAMPE) USA.

The course is certified by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Australia (CILTA).

Career outcomes

My studies at AMC have helped me gain a deeper and wider understanding of the maritime industry. It has given me a strong systems perspective early in my career. I learned how ports, shipping lines, customs, and inland transport all interconnect, which helped me understand the bigger picture instead of focusing on just one task.

Suqi Lim, AMC Graduate

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Your studies in this course will prepare you to launch your career in dynamic private, public or non-profit sectors. The vast majority of global trade journeys across the oceans, creating demand for specialist skills in the maritime business sector.

With a degree in Global Logistics and Maritime Management, you'll acquire an in-demand skillset applicable across diverse industries including shipping ports, logistics, export and import, freight, manufacturing and industry regulation and government.

Your career journey can be based on land or seas, with several maritime positions available in offices close to home. Or you can find your next job aboard a vessel at sea.

You can map your own unique career course within this diverse and lucrative field. Make a global impact, build a rewarding career and explore the world of logistics and maritime management.

Employment for logistics, supply, distribution, and procurement professionals is growing fast, with skilled graduates in global demand. Logistics analysts are in the top 25 emerging occupations according to the National Skills Commission Australia.

Over the next five years, Job Outlook Australia* projects strong growth for employment in supply, distribution, and procurement managers roles.

  • National Employment projections in Marine Transport professionals is expected to grow between now and 2026*
  • More than 15,000 jobs are expected to be created in Australia as part of the continuous Naval Shipbuilding Program over the next 50 years.

*Job Outlook, Australian Government

Postgraduate study

If you successfully complete this course, you may be also be eligible to apply for a range of other postgraduate courses including Graduate Certificates and Graduate Diplomas and Masters by coursework and research. Filter the course list by Postgraduate to view the current courses available.

Course structure

The Bachelor of Global Logistics and Maritime Management requires the completion of 300 credit points comprising:

  • 100 credit point Major
  • 100 credit points of Core units
  • 100 credit points of Elective units

A major is an area of focus in your degree. During your studies, you’ll choose an area that interests you, and then study a group of units related to that area. Find out more at What is a Major?

For your major, you may select from one of the majors below.

All students study a set of core units.

In your elective component you can choose from any units marked as "Student Electives" which you meet the pre-requisites for, at any level, from across the university. 

Your electives can be used to add breadth to your degree, by exploring a variety of different subject areas from across the University from within or outside the College of Sciences and Engineering. Alternatively, you can deepen your engagement with specific subject areas, for example, by completing additional units in the same discipline as your major or related fields.

Students who take the internship during their course studies may be eligible to get internship unit credit(s).

You can also use this space to complete an optional second major which may be a (i) *second disciplinary major, (ii) a sustainability major, or (iii) *another major from across the institution, noting some exclusions apply. (*to enrol in a second disciplinary major, or a major outside your discipline, please contact a Student Advisor via Uconnect). 

We have a team of Student Advisers available to help you structure your studies to meet your desired outcomes.  For enrolment assistance please contact us via U Connect today.

Entry requirements

We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, the University’s admissions team will work with you to find the best pathway option.

Enquire online for more advice on the application process and the available pathways to enrol and study at the University of Tasmania.

Schools Recommendation Program

Australian year 12 students can apply for this course via our Schools Recommendation Program (SRP). Rather than an ATAR, your application is based on a recommendation by your school teachers. This can factor in your year 11 results, an assessment of your capabilities, and other considerations.

Through the SRP, you can receive and accept an offer prior to completing year 12. You will still need to finish your year 12 studies – including any exams – to commence your studies. 

If you don’t receive an offer for this course through the Schools Recommendation Program, you will be re-assessed for a higher preference offer once your ATAR is released.

Domestic applicants who recently completed secondary education

Applicants are ranked by ATAR and offers are made based on the number of places available. In 2026, the lowest ATAR to receive an offer into this course was 68.25. The lowest ATAR to receive an offer may change from year to year based on the number of applications we receive.

Applicants who have recently completed senior secondary studies but have not received an ATAR may still be eligible for admission. We will consider your individual subject results on a case-by-case basis when we assess your application.

Domestic applicants with higher education study

To be eligible for an offer, applicants must have:

  • Partially completed an undergraduate course at Diploma level or higher (or equivalent). Applicants must have completed at least two units of study (equivalent to 25 University of Tasmania credit points). If an applicant has failed any units, the application may be subject to further review before an offer is made; OR
  • Completed the University of Tasmania University Preparation Program (or an equivalent qualification offered by an Australian university).

Domestic applicants with VET / TAFE study

To be eligible for an offer, applicants must have completed a Certificate IV (or equivalent) in any discipline.  

Domestic applicants with work and life experience

Applicants without senior secondary, tertiary or VET / TAFE study can complete a personal competency statement.

Applicants may be eligible for an offer if they have relevant work and/or life experiences which demonstrate a capacity to succeed in this course.  

Subject Prerequisites

No.

SPECIAL CONSIDERATION

We believe university education should be an option for everyone, no matter your background. If your ability to access or participate in education has been affected by circumstances beyond your control, you can apply for special consideration as part of your application. We will consider a range of factors, including economic hardship, a serious medical condition, or disability.

We can only approve applications for special consideration if we are confident that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in your studies. If your application is not approved, the University admissions team will work with you to find the best alternative pathway to your chosen course. Special consideration is not available for international applicants.

English Language Requirements

This degree requires an IELTS (Academic) of 6.0, with no individual band less than 5.5, or a PTE Academic score of 50, with no score lower than 42 or equivalent.

For students who do not meet the English Language Requirement through citizenship or prior studies in English in an approved country, evidence of an approved English language test completed within the last 2 years must be provided.

See the English Language Requirements page for more information.

General Entry Requirements

Admission to undergraduate courses at the University of Tasmania requires the completion of qualifications equivalent to a year 12 education in Australia.

Please review the equivalent undergraduate entry requirements to see the minimum requirement relevant to your country. The ATAR information for this course is located in the “For Domestic Students” section of the entry requirements on this page.

You can also meet the General Entry Requirement for this course with the following qualifications or prior studies:

  • Completion of an equivalent AQF Certificate IV or above
  • Complete or incomplete (minimum 25 credit points) of previous tertiary study at Diploma level or higher

Course Specific Requirements

These prerequisites apply to students from all educational backgrounds.

To be eligible for an offer with the Maritime Technology Management major, you must have completed studies or have experience equivalent to a satisfactory achievement in the following Tasmanian Senior Secondary subjects:

  • Mathematics Methods (MTM415117) and Physical Sciences (PSC315118)

You can enquire online for information on interstate and international equivalents to the Tasmanian senior secondary subject above. If you need assistance to meet the prerequisite, we offer foundation units that you can complete before you start your course.

How to apply for a credit transfer

Applications for credit can be made in your course application. Find out more information about how to apply for a credit transfer/advanced standing at Recognition of Prior Learning.

Talk to us on 13 8827 or enquire online about your credit transfer.

Students who have successfully completed the Associate Degree in Applied Business (Supply Chain Management) (Z2D), through the University College, are able to articulate to the Bachelor of Global Logistics and Maritime Management, with two year's block credit.

The Diploma of Global Logistics and Maritime Management, the Associate Degree of Global Logistics and Maritime Management and the Bachelor of Global Logistics and Maritime Management form an articulated sequence of awards for which full credit is granted in the higher level award for all corresponding coursework completed in the lower level award of the articulated sequence.

Detailed admissions information and advice for all undergraduate courses, including comprehensive, course-level student profiles, is available from UTAS Admissions.

Fees & scholarships

Domestic students

Commonwealth supported places (CSP) are available for this course. For eligible domestic students, this means your fees will be subsidised by the Australian Government. You’ll only need to pay the student contribution amount for each unit you study within the course.

Commonwealth Supported Place indicative annual fee: $13,226

How is this calculated?

This is an estimate. The calculation is based on the average full-time enrolment for this course in 2026. All figures are indicative only for 2027. Actual tuition fees will depend on specific unit enrolment, and are subject to annual increases each year. You can find the complete fee details for each unit of study on the individual unit pages. The units for this course are found in the course structure section of this page.

These figures do not include other costs such as the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF). For further information, please visit Scholarships, fees and costs.

HECS-HELP loans

You may be able to defer payment of the student contribution amount by accessing a HECS-HELP loan from the Government. If eligible, you’ll only have to pay your tuition fees once you start earning above a specific amount.

Further information on student loans and a CSP eligibility checker can be found at Australian Government Study Assist.

International students

2027 annual international student tuition fee: $37,950 AUD

The standard year of study for this course is 100 credit points.

Indicative total tuition fee for international students: $ 119,637 AUD.

This total tuition fee is indicative only. Please visit fees and costs for further information on how this is calculated.

International students are charged the Student Services and Amenities Fee but this fee is incorporated in the annual rate. International students do not have to make any additional SSAF payments.

Domestic scholarships

For information on general scholarships available at the University of Tasmania, please visit the scholarships website.

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