Bachelor of Marine and Antarctic Science with Honours (K4S)

University of Tasmania

Bachelor's degree

Study Discipline: Engineering & Technology

Study Programme Details

City: HOBART

Country: Australia

Admission Sessions: Summer Session, Spring Session

Study Format: Full Time, Part Time

Mode of Study: Fully on Site

Programme Type

Bachelor's degree

Duration

12 Months

Scholarship Available

Yes

Language

English

About this Study Course

Embark on an academic journey of excellence with the Bachelor of Marine and Antarctic Science with Honours at the University of Tasmania. This program offers students advanced knowledge and scientific training in specialized areas of marine and Antarctic science. Dive into a realm where cutting-edge advancements meet rigorous training, preparing you for a future at the forefront of marine and Antarctic exploration and research.

Overview

The Marine and Antarctic Science with Honours degree from the University of Tasmania stands as a paragon of academic distinction, fully equivalent to honours degrees from any other university school. This program not only meets the eligibility criteria for research higher degrees and postgraduate scholarships but also provides flexibility, allowing completion in one year full-time or two years part-time study. Choose your starting point with the option to commence the program in either semester 1 or semester 2, creating a personalized academic journey tailored to your needs.

Admission Requirements

Admission to Honours courses requires qualifications equivalent to an Australian bachelor’s degree.
Applicants must achieve the required grade in qualifying studies, meet prerequisite subjects, and satisfy English language requirements.
Candidates must have qualified for admission to the Bachelor of Marine and Antarctic Science or an equivalent qualification.
A credit average in the last three semesters of undergraduate studies is typically expected.
Candidature is subject to supervision availability and approval of a thesis topic by IMAS.

Courses include:

Marine and Antarctic Science Honours

For international students, the course fee is $41,950 AUD. Domestic students may be eligible for a Commonwealth Supported Place, with fees subsidized by the Australian Government. Only the student contribution amount for each unit within the course is applicable.

Future Career Outcomes

This course leads to career opportunities in marine and Antarctic science and policy including disciplines such as: oceanography, climate modelling, meteorology, marine chemistry, marine geology and marine and Antarctic biology and ecology.

The research training provided in the course may lead to positions in government and state research laboratories such as CSIRO Marine and Atmospheric Research, the Australian Antarctic Division, the Australian Bureau of Meteorology, or management agencies such as CCAMLR.

The course provides training in research, to prepare candidates for further research study, in MSc and PhD programs, including the joint UTAS-CMAR QMS PhD program and the joint UTAS-AAD QAS PhD program.