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Marine Studies (Diploma)
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Program Details
This course is designed for students who enjoy working on board seagoing ships in the fishing or merchant marine industry and wish to further their skills. It provides students with the skills to secure employment in fisheries management or enter further studies in nautical science.

Summary

Program Summary
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Duration (depends on entry & exit point):	1 year of full-time study
Study Location(s) Available:	Maritime Training Centre (Fremantle)
College(s):	Challenger TAFE
Approximate Tuition Costs:	A$10,000 per year
Commencement/Intake Availability:	February only
Guaranteed University Entry Available?	Yes, to the Marine Science degree at Murdoch university
University Credit Possible?	Credit in the degree at Murdoch is available. Please contact the university for details.
Other Study Costs (paid to College):	A diving fee of around A$350 applies and a diving medical exam costs around A$80. A radio licence is also required which costs about A$50.
Other Info:	Students are required to complete 100 hours of monitored work experience as part of this course.

Download our Subject handbook (PDF) of all Maritime Studies courses.

Qualifications Available in this Program

Diploma of Marine Studies

Program Components & Pathway

This program can include multiple courses and different entry and exit points providing students the flexibility to begin at the most suitable stage and continue studying till they reach their desired outcome. Please see the study pathway diagram below.

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General Entry Requirements and Pre-requisites

Direct entry to the Diploma requires the equivalent of Australian Year 12 with passes in English & Science. Or you can enter by completing the Cert II in Seafood Industry - Fishing Operations, Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation - Marine Tourism or Certificate III in Seafood Industry - Acquaculture.

For Yr 10-11 and Yr 12 academic equivalence, please refer to the Entry Requirements Summary (PDF) for your relevant country. This also details the normal English proficiency standard needed.

About the Maritime Training Centre

The Maritime Training Centre is situated in the heart of Western Australia’s major port of Fremantle and is equipped with the latest facilities including ship & training simulators, an aquaculture hatchery and a fleet of six vessels including the 18-metre training vessel “Maritime Image”. The Centre’s proximity to the waterfront, shipbuilding and repair facilities, cargo operations and Western Australian shipping companies has contributed to its reputation as one of the most innovative and industry-relevant maritime training facilities in Australia.

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the Diploma can find employment in the fishing industry in areas such as fisheries management, commercial fishing or related marine industries.

Further Study & University Options

Graduates of the Diploma will be able to enter the Marine Science degree at Murdoch university. Credit in the degree at Murdoch is available. Please contact the university for details.

Other Study Costs (paid directly to the College)

A diving fee of around A$350 applies and a diving medical exam costs around A$80. A radio licence is also required which costs about A$50.

Detailed Course & Unit Information

These courses consist of required units and a broad choice of elective units allowing students to specialise in certain areas. A sample program structure and unit outline is available in the Subject handbook (PDF).

Other General Study Information

For further information about studying at TAFE WA please see our TAFE Colleges section or find out about the application process by clicking on:

Student Profile

Student: Remi Nozawa - Brazil

Course: Diploma of Fisheries Management

Where: Challenger TAFE - Fremantle

"The experience at TAFE WA has been very useful to my professional life. Many opportunities have come through my studies here and students can focus seriously to build a great future."

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