Master of Marine and Antarctic Science

Master of Marine and Antarctic Science

Master degree
24 months
Application deadlines: Applications are accepted at any time for most courses.
Processing time: 30 days
Full-time, Part-time
Intakes: February 25, July 15
International tuition: A$35,450
Domestic tuition: A$9,185

Program overview

The Master of Marine and Antarctic Science provides: Practical skills alongside theoretical studies to broaden your experience and give you the edge when it comes to employment More than lectures, labs and tutorials with study trip units that take learning to the Southern Ocean and into Australia's largest fisheries, aquaculture and seafood industries Contacts, work experience and research links in Australia's largest fisheries and aquaculture industries (based in Tasmania) Access to our international partner organisations and internationally recognised marine science organisations based in Tasmania One year project, individual research-based thesis or group industry-relevant project You'll have the choice to study one of the following three streams: Marine Biology, Fisheries Management or Sustainable Aquaculture.

Study options

Study options
This program can be done
On campus
Part-time

Requirements

Exams:

  • IELTS
  • TOEFL iBT
  • PTE
Admission to most masters by coursework courses at the University of Tasmania require qualifications equivalent to an Australian bachelor degree. For those applicants who are nationals of and currently residing in a country where English is NOT the official language, evidence of an IELTS or TOEFL test must be provided. The Master of Marine and Antarctic Science requires an IELTS (Academic) of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0)

Career opportunities

Scientific Officer Coastal Community Engagement Officer Federal or State Government advisor (policy / environment) Antarctic Researcher – Australian Antarctic Division Marine Park Manager Commercial Diver Conservation Biologist Marine Biologist Australian Customs Fish Health Officer / Fisheries Biologist Aquarium Manager Aquaculturist / aquaculture entrepreneur Aquaculture farm manager Ice Core Chemist Climatologist Glaciologist Hatchery Technician Fisheries Management Officer Fishery Stock Assessment Quota Licensing Officer Fisheries Biologist Quality Assessment Technician Researcher or University Lecturer

Campus location

Sandy Bay , Australia

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