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:
You'll have the choice to study one of the following three streams: Marine Biology, Fisheries Management or Sustainable Aquaculture.
In Year 1 all students undertake 2 core research units (KSA405 Research Methods in Marine and Antarctic Science and KSA702 Literature Review) to provide a foundation for their second year research project. Students then choose a stream from: Marine Biology, Fisheries Management, or Sustainable Aquaculture and undertake 6 specialist coursework units.
Depending on your results, Year 2 will comprise either a full-year research thesis, or a group project with an industry placement.