Both Marine Engineering and Nautical Science are highly sought after fields for the ones who are passionate about maritime studies. AMET University, a technology-oriented higher study institute offers a number of UG, PG, and other courses in the streams of engineering, maritime education, and training. The choice between Marine Engineering and Nautical Science can be made after carefully understanding the difference between the two fields on certain parameters like course duration, scope, fee structure, etc.

A quick highlight into both the courses is given in the table given below:

Admission Process:

• The admission process to both nautical science and marine engineering is similar to AMET University.
• The eligibility criterion is a minimum of 60% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics at 10 + 2 level.
• The eligible candidates are required to appear for the AMET Entrance Test.
• Once shortlisted, the candidates are further required to appear for a personal interview and medical examination.
• Therefore, the final selection of the candidate depends upon the marks obtained in 10 +2, performance in AMET Entrance Test, Personal Interview, and Medical Examination.

Fee Composition:

• The total fee for pursuing B.Tech into Marine Engineering at AMET University is 13.90 lakhs.
• While the total cost involved with B.Sc. Nautical Science at AMET University is 10.45 lakhs.

Career Prospects

• The students with a graduate degree in nautical science can work as Nautical Surveyors, Radio Officers, Deck Cadets, etc. The average salary offered to them ranges from 6 to 8 lakhs per year.
• While, the graduates of marine engineering can find jobs in the areas of marine facilities, warehousing and logistics sector, shipping industry, shipyards, etc. The average package offered at entry-level ranges between 3.6 to 6 lakhs per annum.
• The graduates of nautical science and marine engineering at AMET University are recruited by various companies like K-Line, Anglo-Eastern Ship Management, DHL Express, Larsen and Toubro, Tanker Pacific, Wallem, Fleet Management, Varun Shipping, Bernhard Schulte Ship Management, UASC, etc.

Thus, both the courses have their own perks; the final choice depends upon individual interests and requirements.