The National Centre for Maritime Engineering and Hydrodynamics' postgraduate Maritime Engineering programmes provide engineering graduates with in-depth exposure to a wide range of subjects relevant to the development and procurement of marine systems. The Graduate Certificate of Engineering (Naval Engineering) degree is targeted at engineering professionals already in the workforce, who wish to pursue or develop a career in Maritime Engineering and enables students to develop their knowledge in areas related to marine vessels or submarines.

Required for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Maritime Engineering (Naval Engineering) programme is completion of a full four year Australian Bachelor of Engineering degree, or equivalent. For international students, English language requirements are at least an IELTS score of 6.0 (with no band less than 6.0).