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Course Overview
Embark on your journey in global trade with the Associate Degree in Global Logistics and Maritime Management. This degree lays the groundwork for problem-solving in logistics and maritime operations, equipping you with the fundamentals for complex international systems. Gain essential knowledge in logistics, business management, and shipping to navigate the specialised industries of global trade.
This course is available part-time by distance study mode or full-time on campus. Successful completion of this course provides a pathway into the P3E Bachelor of Global Logistics and Maritime Management.
The Associate Degree in Global Logistics and Maritime Management requires the completion of 200 credit points comprising:
100 credit points: 8 core units
50 credit points: 4 major units
50 credit points: 4 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?
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. To search for possible Elective units, use the Unit Search tool to search by the discipline that you are interested in.
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 area or related fields.
Where You Can Study
Hobart
University of Tasmania, Churchill Ave, Hobart, TAS 7005
Student Information
Tuition Fee
Commonwealth Supported Place indicative annual fee: $12,831 AUD (2027)
Duration
Minimum 2 years, up to a maximum of 5 years.
Intakes
Semester 1, Semester 2, Spring
Eligibility
Domestic students:
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
Completed the TCE (or equivalent)
Domestic applicants with higher education study
To be eligible for an offer, applicants must have:
Domestic applicants with VET / TAFE study
To be eligible for an offer, applicants must have completed a Certificate III or above 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
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 for special consideration, including economic hardship, a serious medical condition or disability.
We can only approve applications for special consideration where we are confident that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in your studies. If your application is not approved, the UTAS admissions team will work with you to find the best alternative pathway to your chosen course. Special consideration is not available for international applicants.
International students:
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 III or above, in any discipline OR
Successful completion of one (12.5 credit point) undergraduate unit of study at Diploma level or higher.
Course Specific Requirements
No.
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
AMSA
Course Content
International Business Communication
Students can develop the fundamental written and verbal communication skills necessary for effective communication in both business careers and academic studies in this unit. As such, the focus of it is two-fold; firstly, developing your personal communication skills and secondly…
Introduction to the Maritime Industry
This unit provides students with a good understanding of individual sectors in the maritime industry. It introduces the maritime industry’s history, maritime geography and the concept of maritime transport in facilitating international trade. This unit covers various maritime sectors such…
Exporting and Importing
The aim of this unit is to provide an introduction to the concepts, principles and practice of exporting and importing goods. The unit is arranged in 12 modules. It starts by examining classical and modern theories of international trade. Marketing…
Commercial and Transport Law
Commercial and transport law is both broad and specific in its reach. This Unit introduces broad foundations to business law within Australia before specifically applying understanding gained to the laws governing transport within Australia. The business law foundation of this…
Port and Terminal Management
This unit covers a range of topics in port and terminal management from business, operations and policy/governance perspectives. First, it explains the role of ports and terminals as public assets and commercial businesses, and their pricing, competition and marketing. Second,…
Maritime Law
This Unit introduces you to concepts and principles of maritime law, with special emphasis on the carriage of goods by sea. However, we will also deal with other traditional aspects of maritime law - salvage, general average, maritime liens, admiralty…
Maritime Economics
The objective of this unit is to provide a general understanding of the operation of the maritime industry from an economics perspective. The main focus is on the economic behaviour of shipowners, shippers, and other stakeholders in the markets for…
Ship Operations Management
This unit examines the technical and operational aspects of managing ships. The unit explores the ship-related operations that are necessary to transport cargo in a safe, efficient, and commercially viable manner. The unit analyses ships’ nautical, commercial, and cargo operations…
International Transport Systems
International Transport Systems provides students with an understanding of international transport and the way it operates. The unit covers various topics such as transport modes (road, rail, air and water transport) and terminals, global transport system, intermodal transport, transport and…
Air Transport Management
Air transport plays a crucial role in the global economy by facilitating the rapid movement of both passengers and freight, and enabling international trade, tourism, and business. In Australia, air transport is a vital component of both the economy and…
Logistics Management
This unit provides you with a broad appreciation of the nature and importance of logistics activities, and introduces you to the most important concepts, principles, tools, and analytical skills used by logistics managers. It enables you to understand the key…
Warehousing and Distribution
This unit introduces you to the fundamentals of warehousing management and related distribution issues that are important for pursuing a career in the logistics, transport and maritime industries. Academic understanding and applied skills will be developed to the point where…
Data Analysis for Business
BEA140 Data Analysis for Business is a foundation unit in business statistics and the mathematics of finance, and is a core unit in the Bachelor of Economics (BEc) and Bachelor of Business (BBus) degrees. It is also a nominated elective…
Accountability and Accounting
This unit will help you understand the role that accounting plays in demonstrating accountability. We move beyond introductory accounting and explore the important role that accounting has in organisations, society and the environment. After completing this unit, you will have…
Managerial Social Responsibility
Sound and effective management and leadership require not only financial and technical expertise but also ethical competency. This unit provides a focus on ethical decision-making, and in particular introduces a series of frameworks for discerning what is right and wrong…
Applied Organisational Resilience: Crisis, Continuity and Security Management
This unit is designed to provide students with an overview of the three key domains of organisational resilience - crisis management, business continuity management and protective security. Any organisation that looks to manage business risk needs to have a focus…
Common Questions
The estimated total course cost for international students is AU$74,313, which consists entirely of tuition fees. There are no additional non-tuition fees listed for this course.
The course has a duration of 104 weeks (approximately two years) and is taught in English.
The course is delivered at the University of Tasmania's Launceston campus in Tasmania, Australia, which is owned and operated by the provider.
No, this course is not eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights. While the course duration exceeds 92 weeks, it falls under the broad Field of Education 08 – Management and Commerce, which is explicitly excluded from the extended Post-Study Work Rights eligibility criteria.
International students can contact the University of Tasmania's International Student Enquiries team by phone at +61 3 6226 6200, by email at your.study@utas.edu.au, or by visiting the university's international website at www.utas.edu.au/international. The postal address is Private Bag 45, Hobart, Tasmania 7001.
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