General knowledge about Marine Science and its importance in the eco system.

The major studies aims to provide students with knowledge, competencies, skills and awareness of a variety of subjects linked together by the common theme of Marine Science. Marine Science is a rich and diverse discipline, which emphasizes an interdisciplinary approach that includes elements of biology, chemistry, physics, geology, oceanography, mathematics and other sciences.The teaching program provides a rigorous education in plant science and zoology with a focus on the biology and ecology of marine organisms, such as algae, invertebrates, fish and mammals, and their dynamics in marine ecosystems. At the same time, the course provides an introduction in the physical sciences (mathematics, physics, earth sciences) allowing students to specialize in physical oceanography, chemical oceanography or marine geosciences.

Minimum University entrance requirements including TCE CHM315109 Chemistry and MTA315109 Mathematics Applied (or higher).These pre-requisites can also be met by completion of appropriate foundation units provided by the University of Tasmania, namely KRA001 Chemistry Foundation Unit and KMA003 Mathematics Foundation Unit.

This course is accredited by the Institute of Marine Engineering.

Graduates of the Bachelor of Marine Science will be competitive applicants for jobs in a wide range of fields, such as Marine and freshwater research, Biological, chemical or physical oceanography,Managing commercial and sport fisheries, Marine ecosystems, climate research and impact assessments,Environmental conservation,Management of marine coastal resources.

Minimum 3 yrs, Maximum 7 yrs