Master of Marine Science and Management

Taught by world-leading experts in some of the best coastal locations in the country, this degree offers an in-depth study in marine science and management subjects, plus hands-on experience in a variety of aquatic field sites. You will gain the skills to work in a variety of marine science roles.
Highly regarded in the professional field, this degree is the perfect option for graduates who want to get a job in marine science or who want to upskill and build on their expertise by specialising in theoretical and practical skills.
The Master of Marine Science and Management is a postgraduate coursework degree that will enable you to solve real-world problems and tackle the variety of challenges facing our coasts and the ocean. You will gain both a theoretical understanding and applied skills to connect marine processes and the challenges that are associated with managing such a dynamic environment.

If completing the coursework pathway you will take core units that develop your foundational knowledge, and you can choose elective units that match your interests. If you are admitted to the research pathway, you will take core units which includes an additional research project, and a reduced number of elective units.

For admission into this course, you should have:

a Bachelor of Science with a credit average in one of the following disciplines: biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, ecology, climate and atmospheric sciences, marine science, geosciences, geography, geology environmental studies, environmental engineering, civil engineering, aquaculture, agriculture or natural resource management, or
a Bachelor of Science with Honours in one for the disciplines listed above. A credit average means a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 65.
IELTS score- A minimum result of 6.5 overall and a minimum result of 6.0 in each band
TOEFL - IBT score A minimum result of 85 overall including a minimum result of 17 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and 19 in Writing