Category "A" Hydrographic Survey Programme

Advance your career with AMC’s Category "A" Hydrographic Survey Program!

Designed for senior professionals, this intensive course develops high-level expertise in hydrographic data acquisition, processing, and analysis in line with IHO S-5A standards. Participants gain hands-on experience with industry specific survey equipment and software, through the application of theoretical knowledge and critical thinking in all aspects of modern/current/accepted hydrographic survey practice. Delivered by leading academic and industry experts, the program blends rigorous theory with real-world application to prepare graduates for leadership roles in the hydrographic sector.

Duration: The course is 48 weeks with on-site practical periods at the Australian Maritime College.

Attendance Options: The course may be attended either face-to-face or via remote learning.

Entry Requirements: There are 3 main entry methods onto the course, plus a required minimum language proficiency level.

A compulsory UTAS pre-course mathematics module (KMA002 Applied Mathematics Foundation) must be completed prior to commencing the Category "A" Programme unless Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is granted for the Basic subject of Maths. The module is offered in Semester 2, commencing 6 July 2026, with enrolments required by 28 June 2026 via Open Universities Australia. This subject is separate from the Category A Programme and attracts HECS-HELP.

Recognised Prior Learning (RPL): Students may apply for RPL for syllabus Basic subjects only. 

Australasian Hydrographic Surveyors Certification Panel (AHSCP) Guidelines

Applications for RPL should be submitted by 1 June to allow sufficient processing time.

For further details on the Category "A" Hydrographic Survey Programme, please view our in-depth course outline.

Questions? Please contact CAT-A.admin@utas.edu.au.


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  • Duration: 48 weeks
  • Course Options: (GST exempt)
    Expression of Interest | Launceston, TAS | $50,000
    11 January - 17 December 2027 | Launceston, TAS | $50,000

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Face to face courses

Cancellations up to 15 working days prior to the scheduled date will be accepted without penalty. Cancellations less than 15 working days will be subject to 100% cancellation fee.

AMC Search reserves the right to cancel the course 15 working days prior to the scheduled date if insufficient registrations are received. Any fees paid for cancelled courses will be refunded in full.

When making flight bookings please ensure you book on a fully refundable basis.

Online course registrations

Payment of course fees, or authorisation to invoice from your company, is required before access to the online learning environment is provided. Please note, it will take between 2-4 business days to provide your access to the online course if you have not studied previously with AMC Search, the Australian Maritime College or the University of Tasmania.


Self-funded registrations

Once payment is requested, it must be received by the stated deadline. If payment is not received and no contact has been made by that deadline, AMC Search reserves the right to remove you from the course.


Company sponsored registrations

All company-sponsored registrations must be supported by a valid Purchase Order (PO) within 7 days of registration. Please send the PO to AMCS.courses@utas.edu.au and include the student’s name in the subject line. If these requirements are not met, AMC Search reserves the right to remove the student from the course.

Payment methods accepted:

  • Register now and pay later (payment required 15 days before the course starts)
  • Credit Card (online or via (03) 6324-9850)
  • Bank Deposit
  • Company sponsorship.

Detailed payment options are available here.

Launceston, TAS

Location: Australian Maritime College, Newnham Drive, Newnham, Launceston, Tasmania.

Airport Transfers: Participants arriving at Launceston Airport should make their way to the Australian Maritime College, Newnham Drive, Newnham. Taxi fare from the airport is approximately $55.00.

Parking: Complimentary car parking is provided on campus in areas designated to AMC Search participants and clients.

Launceston Accommodation: On-campus accommodation in Launceston can be reserved via the online enrollment form. Further accommodation information is available here, together with off-campus options.

Norfolk Hall On-campus Accommodation

We offer affordable on-campus accommodation that's ideal if you're taking part in a course at our campus in Launceston, Tasmania.

Norfolk Hall offers Motel Style accommodation for $100 per night (bed only). On-campus accommodation in Launceston can be reserved via the online enrolment form.

Norfolk Hall is situated on the main campus of the Australian Maritime College at Newnham, Launceston, which is where most of our courses take place.

Accommodation at Norfolk Hall provides the following facilities:

  • Queen size beds
  • En-suite facilities
  • Television
  • Fridge
  • Rooms serviced daily (excluding weekends)

Affordable meals are available at the on-site AMC Cafeteria.

You can reserve a room when you register for your course or via email AMCS.courses@utas.edu.au or telephone: +61 3 6324 9850.