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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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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

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.

International scholarships

The University of Tasmania offers a range of scholarships for full fee-paying international students, designed to recognise academic merit and support access to university study.

For many of our international scholarships you will be automatically assessed when you submit your International Student Application, meaning no separate scholarship application is required. Some scholarships may require additional application steps. Explore our International Scholarships to learn more about available opportunities and application requirements.

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