Master of Marine Biology (coursework or coursework and dissertation)
Master of Marine Biology (coursework or coursework and dissertation)
This course is designed to prepare you for a meaningful marine biology career in industry or as a researcher. This is achieved through a focus on both the quantitative elements of marine biology and processes in marine environments, as well as the application and translation of marine science into industry…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is designed to prepare you for a meaningful marine biology career in industry or as a researcher. This is achieved through a focus on both the quantitative elements of marine biology and processes in marine environments, as well as the application and translation of marine science into industry practice and management.
In WA, with its extensive coastline, there is an unmet need to generate graduates with the knowledge and skills to contribute to marine and coastal science and management. This course is designed to prepare you for a meaningful marine biology career in industry or as a researcher. This is achieved through a focus on both the quantitative elements of marine biology and processes in marine environments, as well as the application and translation of marine science into industry practice and management.
Course structure
Postgraduate coursework degrees and combined (coursework and research) degrees comprise a number of units.
Why study this course
UWA is the only university to offer a master’s level Marine Biology degree, with both ‘coursework + research’ and coursework only’ pathways.
You will have access to world-leading facilities at the Indian Ocean Marine Research Centre (IOMRC) and will be learning from internationally recognised experts to help give you the best opportunities to kick start your career.
We’ll provide you the environment to build technical skills and valuable connections through hands-on learning and exposure to modern analytical tools.
You’ll learn:
knowledge across physical, chemical, geological and biological interactions applied to coastal and ocean systems as well as important practical and problem-solving skills
to become proficient in marine field data collection, data analysis techniques, including the use of industry-standard software
a theoretical and practical understanding to apply to the challenges associated with managing our biodiversity and other marine resources.
Career Pathways
Specific job titles could include:
Marine Biologist (researcher)
Marine Consultant
Marine Natural Resource Manager
Marine Conservation Specialist
Marine Science Communicator
Environmental Scientist
Fisheries Scientist
You might pursue a career in the following industries:
Marine environmental consulting
Government agencies
Resource industry
Marine renewables
Aquaculture
NGOs
Academia
REQUIREMENTS
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—(a) a Bachelor of Science, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent; and(c) successfully completed prior tertiary study in —marine science or marine biology; or in a related cognate discipline as recognised by UWA.
English language requirements:
TOEFL (paper-based): 570 with a Test of Written English (TWE) of no less than 4.5
IBT TOEFL (Internet-based test score): 82 with 22 for writing, 20 for speaking, 20 for listening, and 18 for reading
IELTS (Academic): 6.5 (no band lower than 6.0)
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: C pass
Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: B grade
Pearson Test of English (PTE) (Academic): Overall score of 64 with a minimum score of 64 in the Reading and Writing sections, 59 in the Speaking section and 54 in the Listening section
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a proud member of the Group of Eight and is the only university in Western Australia to be ranked in the world top 100 universities (QS World University Rankings 2023).UWA’s main campus is located in Perth, Western Australia and is home to more than 23,000 students. Perth is Australia’s fourth-largest city with over two million people from a variety of cultures worldwide, a strong economy and vibrant lifestyle. Perth is one of the country’s most affordable cities, the closest major Australian city to Asia, and in the same time zone as most of Asia.
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