Course overview
Naval Architecture is concerned with the design, building and utilisation of all types of ships and marine vehicles, which include frigates, destroyers, patrol vessels, mine hunters, submarines, trading vessels and non-trading vessels. In taking responsibility for the overall design and integration of systems, Naval architects must be conversant with a wide variety of skills, covering most forms of engineering.
Chief of Defence Force Students Programs for academically gifted students
UNSW Canberra at ADFA offers an exciting range of undergraduate degree options for high-performing students in arts, business, computer and cyber security, engineering, science and technology. Known as the Chief of Defence Force Students Programs (CDFSP), these unique programs have been designed to provide academically gifted students with a rich and challenging educational experience that will develop their critical thinking and research skills.
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Fees and charges
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Career Opportunities
Career opportunities
Roles in design, construction and the operation of the fleet as the nation builds its sovereign capabilities. This activity in particular will span Defence, government and industry sectors. Naval architecture firms and consultants are also significant employers of naval architects.
Majors
Areas of study
Foundation studies in the engineering sciences, and mechanical engineering in particular, followed in third and fourth years by studies in engineering management, engineering materials, seaworthiness, ship design, ship hydrodynamics, ship resistance and propulsion, ship stability, ship structures.
Entry requirements
Switch between domestic ATAR data and international qualification equivalents.
IB Diploma
25Use the ATAR 65 band together with the relevant qualification and prerequisite requirements.
If the student's current English result is below the direct-entry requirement, consider the university's recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package. When the student successfully completes the approved pathway at the required level, the university may accept that pathway for English entry without requiring a new IELTS, TOEFL or PTE result. Always confirm exclusions for professional registration courses and the offer conditions.
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Campuses & intake dates
- Canberra at ADFAACT