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Curtin University

  • 28% international / 72% domestic

Marine Science Major (BSc Science) / Marine Science Major (BAdvSci)

  • Non-Award

This course focuses on marine biology, oceanographic sciences, and resource management, addressing the need to protect coastal waters. It includes collaboration with industry and engagement with professionals in marine science and management organisations.

Key details

Degree Type
Non-Award
Duration
1 semester full-time
Course Code
MJRU-COMRS
Study Mode
In person

About this course

Overview

This course is one of 16 majors offered in the Bachelor of Science degree.

Marine environments around the world are increasingly vulnerable to climate change, coastal development and resources extraction. This course responds to the growing need to protect Australia's coastal waters in particular, with an emphasis on marine biology, oceanographic sciences and resource management.

This course has been designed in collaboration with industry, to ensure that you develop in-demand scientific research skills. Throughout your studies, you will learn to think as a marine scientist, gaining knowledge from staff with research expertise in fish ecology, coral reef ecology, marine pollution, seafloor mapping, sustainable fisheries and aquaculture.

You'll also engage with professionals working in marine and coastal science and management organisations. These may include Curtin's Centre for Marine Science and Technology and marine science consultancies, as well as Western Australia's departments of Water and Environmental Regulation; Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions; and Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry.

Marine Science is also offered as a Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours) course.

What you will learn

What you'll learn

  • Exhibit a well-developed depth and breadth of knowledge, critical understanding and application in marine science, including at ocean basin, ecosystem, and organism levels., GC1
  • Select, innovate and apply field, laboratory, and data techniques to address problems in the understanding and management of marine ecosystems via the design and development of investigations, and the accurate and ethical collection, analysis, visualisation, and interpretation of data and other forms of evidence, demonstrating awareness of limitations and reliability, GC2
  • Synthesise, critically evaluate, and communicate information, arguments and ideas around marine science, marine ecosystems and management, demonstrating awareness of underlying assumptions and scientific merit; communicate across written, visual and oral modes, in face to face and digital contexts, and for a range of purposes and audiences, GC3
  • Be adaptable within evolving professional contexts within the marine and environmental science, and adjacent sectors, demonstrating awareness of global citizenship and sustainability principles, their role in marine science and management, and a capacity to engage with complex global problems and stakeholders from a range of disciplines, backgrounds and communities, GC4
  • Demonstrate a coherent and reflective understanding of the nature of marine science, the core ethics, the social and cultural context of scientific thought in the marine realm, and the contributions of different global knowledge systems, including Indigenous perspectives and practices, especially around connection between humans and marine ecosystems, GC5
  • Demonstrate integrity and reflective and ethical professional behaviours, including responsible self-direction and collegial collaboration; working safely in diverse environments, including laboratory and field sites; showing respect for others' voices, knowledge, ownership and agency, including cultural protocols and IP; and cognisance of all appropriate regulatory, cultural and professional considerations within and adjacent to the marine science sector, GC6

Career pathways

Careers
  • Marine scientist
  • Aquaculturalist
  • Ecotoxicologist
  • Environmental consultant
  • Natural resource manager
  • Fisheries scientist
  • Natural resource consultant
  • Marine pollution control consultant
Industries
  • Coastal management
  • Marine conservation
  • Aquaculture
  • Fisheries
  • Ecotourism

Course structure

You can study this course as part of the following degrees
  • Bachelor of Advanced Science
  • Bachelor of Science (Science)
  • Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Innovation

Visit your preferred degree page for information on admission criteria, course fees and study locations.

Credit for prior study or work

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

How to apply

Please review information on how to apply for the campus of your choice

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