Open Day

Don't miss AMC Open Day 2012
Sunday 26 August

Find out more about studying at AMC, tour our world-class facilities, chat to staff and current students and view hands-on demonstrations, among other great activities as a part of our Open Day.

AMC Open Day Competition

By registering your interest, you will automatically be entered into the draw for the chance to win;

  • return airfares and transfers for two people to Launceston* 
  • one nights' accommmodation for two people (25th August)

Tour Bookings & Itineraries 

Watch this space or register to receive updates to be sent directly to you.

Open Day activities may include:

  • Sailing Simulator: Experience life at sea with the opportunity to take control of the vessel in to your own hands
  • Test your global knowledge with the MLM
  • Film Series: Marine Conservation themed short films 
  • Rescue demonstrations in the survival centre
  • Rat-trap boat races with current engineering students in the Model Test Basin
  • Special guest appearance by Nick and Andrew from TV's 'Hook, Line & Sinker'
  • Tour our training vessels and on-campus accommodation at Beauty Point
  • Plus much more!

On-Campus Accommodation Tour 

Tours will be available through UTAS Accommodation Services for all on-campus residences - Kerslake Hall, Leprena and Investigator Hall. Watch this space for further details.

Presentations - AMC Auditorium

Watch this space for confirmed times.

  • Demystifying Uni: Information for parents and students
  • Careers at sea - Ocean-going and near-coastal seafaring
  • Opportunities in Maritime and Logistics Management
  • Opportunities in Maritime Engineering - Ocean Engineering, Naval Architecture, Marine and Offshore Engineering
  • Opportunities in Marine Environment - Fisheries, Aquaculture and Marine Conservation

 

AMC’s Beauty Point campus is a 45min drive from the main Newnham campus, along the East Tamar; and is home to predominantly coastal seafaring students. Shuttle transport will be provided for those on the day.

 

 

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Transport and accommodation

Parking at the Launceston campus 

If you are bringing your own car, all parking is FREE on campus all day, however we do ask that you park only in those in orange on the AMC Campus Map. Infringements will be issued if persons park on the grass, pathways, blocking emergency entrances or park in disabled bays without a permit. 

Airport Shuttle Service

The Airporter Shuttle Bus Service operates from the Launceston Airport to the Launceston CBD and surrounding regions. Contact (03) 6343 6677 for reservations and enquiries.

Tasmanian Bus Services

Tasmania’s own Redline operates bus services across the state. If you are travelling from across the state to Launceston there are a number of routes available for you to view and purchase online.

http://www.tasredline.com.au/

Accommodation

Family accommodation is available at affordable prices in the following places. 

* Competition conditions: winner must be able to depart on 25 August and return on 26 August, flights depart from your nearest capital city and are not transferable. Winning entrants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian. Competition will be drawn at 12 noon on Wednesday 1 August 2012 and the winner will be notifed by email.