Bachelor of Marine Science
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Overview
Marine scientists work on the conservation, use and development of the marine and coastal environment.
Protection and wise use of our natural resources is increasingly important. There is a need for skilled personnel who can advise upon, organise and control the development of marine resources and activities.
In this degree you'll study key areas of marine science and specialise in either marine biology or marine geosciences.
Key features
- Undertake fieldwork including optional short courses in tropical regions. Past destinations include Fiji and the Great Barrier Reef.
- The strong science foundation underpinning this degree provides a wide range of opportunities in environmental fields.
- Explore a range of interests while specialising in aspects of marine science relating to biology, geology and physical geography.
Minimum course duration
3 years full-time
Location
North Ryde
UAC Code
300515
Suitable for
If you want to be involved in the regulation, monitoring or research of the marine environment and are interested in science and sustainability.
HECS Course fee
AUD $8,560.00 p.a.
Student amenities fee
Information on the Student services and amenities fee
Entry requirements
- HSC Earth and Environmental Science (recommended)
- HSC Biology (recommended)
English language requirements
If you have completed the NSW HSC or equivalent you satisfy the English proficiency requirements.
For full information view the English proficiency requirements table (436 Kb).
Work experience requirements
Notes:
Honours can be achieved in this degree.
What you will study
| General requirements | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Minimum number of credit points for the degree | 68 |
| Minimum number of credit points at 200 level or above | 38 |
| Minimum number of credit points from Science designated units | 42 |
| Minimum number of credit points at 300 level or above | 18 |
| Completion of a designated People unit | |
| Completion of a designated Planet unit | |
| Completion of other specific minimum requirements as set out below |
Students undertaking this course can choose from the following Bachelor of Marine Science specialisations:
Notes
- The course information contained on this page is applicable for 2012 ONLY.
For more information please read the courses disclaimer.
Careers
Career Opportunities
- aquaculture/mariculture
- computer-based ecological modelling
- environmental consulting
- exploratory geology/petroleum industry
- journalism and broadcasting
- marine geology
- preparation of impact statements
- satellite imagery
- teaching and research
- underwater archaeology
Employers
- coastal planning and management agencies
- CSIRO
- Department of Environment, Climate Change and Water
- Department of Primary Industries
- environmental consultancies
- fisheries
- geological survey organisations
- government agencies
- law specialising in: marine issues; parks and wildlife services; recreation planning
- parks and wildlife services
- Royal Australian Navy
- scientific research organisations
- universities
Profiles
Our Graduates
Renata Pronk, Graduate, Bachelor of Marine Science
Renata Pronk decided to undertake a Bachelor of Marine Science because she always had a fascination with the ocean and all the organisms that live within it. "Macquarie University is one of the few universities that offers marine science and it is well equipped with supportive staff and lecturers."
Renata currently works as a Research Officer at the Department of Environment, Climate Change and Water in the marine reserves division of the Parks and Wildlife Group.
Our Expertise
Professor Rob Harcourt. Lecturer Marine Science and Marine Birds and Mammals
Rob lectures in Marine Science and Marine Birds and Mammals. Rob believes in getting out of the classroom and into the wild. For example, in one of his classes his students do surveys from Sydney 45km out to sea measuring seabird and marine mammal abundance and diversity.
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