Bachelor of Marine Science
Natural sciences, mathematics and statistics
Undertake research at the JCU Orpheus Island Research Station, or on-site at various coral reef, island, seagrass and mangrove environments visited when completing this degree. Develop a deep understanding of marine systems while studying in JCU's advanced research aquariums and laboratories. Learn how to best manage human impacts and preserve dynamic marine and coastal environments. Develop high-level skills in evolving technologies that are providing solutions to previously unsolvable problems
Official- Duration
- 3 years
- Qualification
- Bachelor Degree
- AQF 7
- Campus
- Townsville
- QLD · +1 more campus
- Course code
- CRICOS 056552E
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Course overview
Undertake research at the JCU Orpheus Island Research Station, or on-site at various coral reef, island, seagrass and mangrove environments visited when completing this degree. Develop a deep understanding of marine systems while studying in JCU's advanced research aquariums and laboratories. Learn how to best manage human impacts and preserve dynamic marine and coastal environments. Develop high-level skills in evolving technologies that are providing solutions to previously unsolvable problems. Build your capabilities in the use of seabed mapping and fish assessment sonar, oceanographic sensors, and a range of technologies used for gathering data above and below the waves. Build networks with international students who study this degree, and with the concentration of marine scientists and managers located in north Queensland. Opportunities may also exist to undertake an exchange program with an international university.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
1. Year 12 or equivalent; Recommended Knowledge: English (Units 3/4,C), Chemistry (Units 3/4,C), and General Maths or Mathematical Methods (Units 3/4,C). 2. Recognised Year-12-equivalent qualification; course-specific score and prerequisites; English proficiency.
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 6
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
Year 12 or equivalent; Recommended Knowledge: English (Units 3/4,C), Chemistry (Units 3/4,C), and General Maths or Mathematical Methods (Units 3/4,C).
Additional entry requirement
Recognised Year-12-equivalent qualification; course-specific score and prerequisites; English proficiency.
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Trimester 3 | James Cook University - Townsville | — | — | — | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 1 | JCU Townsville | — | — | $45,976per year | International students |
Where it is taught
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.