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University of Tasmania

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Master of Marine and Antarctic Science

  • Masters (Coursework)

As a gateway to Antarctica and with a natural marine laboratory on your doorstep, the University of Tasmania provides an ideal base to study for a career in ocean governance, marine biology and the fisheries and aquaculture industries.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
2 - 5 years full-time
Course Code
S7Z, 096366J
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
International Fees
$41,950 per year

About this course

As a gateway to Antarctica and with a natural marine laboratory on your doorstep, the University of Tasmania provides an ideal base to study for a career in ocean governance, marine biology and the fisheries and aquaculture industries.

This is the only masters degree in the world which uniquely combines marine science with a focus on the southern ocean and Antarctica. You'll have access to industry-leading facilities at the Institute for Marine & Antarctic Studies (IMAS) and internationally recognised experts to help you kick-start your career.

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) and ocean governance organisations
  • Access to our international partner organisations and internationally recognised marine science and ocean governance 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 four streams: Ocean Governance, Marine Biology, Fisheries Management or Sustainable Aquaculture.

Entry requirements

To be admitted to study the Master of Marine and Antarctic Science you must have a Bachelor of Marine and Antarctic Science or Graduate Diploma in Marine and Antarctic Science from the University of Tasmania, or an equivalent qualification from an Australian university. An example of an equivalent qualification is a Bachelor of Science with a major in life sciences (such as biology, environmental science, zoology, plant science, marine biology, ecology etc).

In addition, specifically for the Governance and Policy specialisation, students may be admitted with a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from an Australian university in a governance and policy field with evidence of completion of units at undergraduate level that are related to life sciences.

Admission to most postgraduate coursework courses at the University of Tasmania require qualifications equivalent to an Australian bachelor degree. Applicants must achieve the required grade in their qualifying studies, meet any prerequisite subjects, and meet English language requirements to be eligible for an offer.

English Language Requirements

For students who do not meet the English Language Requirement through citizenship or prior studies in English in an approved country, evidence of an approved English language test completed within the last 2 years must be provided. See the English Language Requirements page for more information.

English Language Requirements are: IELTS (Academic) 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0)

Course Specific Requirements

To be admitted to study the Master of Marine and Antarctic Science you must have a Bachelor of Marine and Antarctic Science or Graduate Diploma in Marine and Antarctic Science from the University of Tasmania, or an equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary education institution. An example of an equivalent qualification is a Bachelor of Science with a major in life sciences (such as biology, environmental science, zoology, plant science, marine biology, ecology etc).

In addition, specifically for the Governance and Policy specialisation, students may be admitted with a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a governance and policy field from a recognised tertiary education institution with evidence of completion of units at undergraduate level that are related to life sciences.

Study locations

Hobart

What you will learn

  • 1 Inform the decision making of specialist and non-specialist audiences by integrating concepts and principles relevant to marine and Antarctic studies
  • 2 Integrate analytical techniques and evidence-based research into professional practice in marine and Antarctic fields
  • 3 Critique research and scientific results from laboratory and field operations by implementing the scientific method
  • 4 Critically investigate current developments and emerging challenges to create innovative solutions for open issues relevant to marine and Antarctic studies
  • Career pathways

    The University's Institute of Marine and Antarctic Science (IMAS) provides our students with access to some of the world's leading research facilities giving you the best career foundation.

    With an annual value to Australia of approximately $40 billion and growing, graduates from the University of Tasmania are highly sought-after in a range of fields. The commercial fishing and aquaculture industry directly employs 7000 people in Australia and Tasmania is the country's largest commercial operator in this area.

    The degree allows graduates to pursue exciting careers in marine and climate research, fisheries management, aquaculture, non-governmental organisations, environmental governance and all levels of government from local to global.

    The skills and knowledge you gain places you in a prime position to have a real impact on practices, processes and policies on a local, national or worldwide scale.

    Our degrees provide graduates with specialised skills and an educational experience centred on ecological sustainability. Once graduated, students are able to contribute to the sustainable management of the marine environment, thereby increasing the total quality of life as described in Australia's National Strategy for Ecologically Sustainable Development (ESD).

    We have graduates working across the world in a variety of positions and organisations.

    Career opportunities (dependent on field of study)

    • 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

    Further Study Opportunities

    The specialist streams in this course provide a clear pathway for students who are interested in undertaking a research higher degree such as a PhD in their specialist area. IMAS is the perfect place to undertake further study, with supervisors who are international experts with global connections.

    Course structure

    The Master of Marine and Antarctic Science is a two-year master course.

    In your first year, you will complete coursework consisting of four core units (50%) and four specialisation units (50%).

    In second year, you will complete a Research Stream* (consisting of a Literature Review and 75% Dissertation) or a Professional Stream (consisting of a Literature Review, a second specialisation and a capstone unit).

    * To undertake research in second year - a GPA of 6 or more is required in Year 1

    Credit for prior study or work

    Students in this course may be eligible for a reduction in the volume of learning of:

    • up to 100 credit points if they have completed a Bachelor Honours (AQF 8) award in a cognate discipline; or
    • up to 50 credit points if they have completed a Bachelor (AQF 7) award in a cognate discipline.

    Graduate outcomes

    Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Science & Mathematics courses at University of Tasmania.
    85.7%
    Overall satisfaction
    90%
    Skill scale
    87.1%
    Teaching scale