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Graduate Certificate in Marine Science

Through fieldwork and engaging interactions with experts, develop advanced knowledge of coastal and marine ecology. Explore critical issues facing global marine environments, and develop specialist knowledge of strategies and partnerships required to sustainably manage marine resources.

In this program you will:

  • Learn to design research projects, investigate complex problems, collect and interpret data, participate in scientific peer review processes, formulate solutions, and communicate outcomes
  • Plan and implement a substantive hands-on marine research project
  • Broaden your understanding of the various dimensions of marine science through interactions with experts from different disciplines and identify a research topic and supervisor that best meets your career interests
  • Participate in extended coursework training component to build breadth of discipline knowledge followed by an advanced hands-on research project to develop depth of expertise

Location

Duration

1 year 1 year Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.

Indicative fees

Indicative 2024 fees (A$)

A$4,009 CSP
CSP

Start

  • Semester 1

Start
  • Semester 1
Delivery mode
  • Blended Learning
Total courses
3
Total units
48
Duration
1 year 1 year
UniSC program code
SC523
Program structure
Required courses (3) 48 units

ENS500 Coastal and Marine Ecology
ENS501 Coastal Conservation Planning
SRP721 Special Research

Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.

Study sequences

Completion of an undergraduate degree (AQF 7 or equivalent) from a recognised higher education institution or equivalent.

Additional entry information

Standard English language requirements apply.

Recommended prior study
Biology, English, Mathematical Methods; and at least one of the sciences, preferably Chemistry
Program requirements
Program notes
  • Completing this program within the specified (part-time) duration is based on studying 24-unit points per semester (normally 2 courses) and following the recommended study sequence.
  • The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
  • It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates
  • Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.

CSP estimate
A$4,009