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Graduate Certificate in Marine Science and Management

Official Abbreviation GradCertMSM
Course Type Postgraduate
Commencement Semester 1 and Semester 2
Study Mode On and Off Campus
Course Duration
  • 0.5 Years Full-time
  • 1 Year Part-time
Fees CSP or Full Fee
Total Credit Points 24
Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Marine Science and Managment is the first award level of a fully articulated program which gives qualified applicants the opportunity for study at three progressive levels: Graduate Certificate in Marine Science and Management, Graduate Diploma in Marine Science and Management; Master of Marine Science and Management.

On campus study is completed at the National Marine Science Centre in Coffs Harbour NSW (http://www.nmsc.edu.au/).

The award provides academic and professional training in some of the key topics in marine science and management. This includes updating the knowledge and skills of candidates who have previous training in this field.

The Graduate Certificate will be awarded at the level of Pass, Pass with Credit, Pass with Distinction or Pass with High Distinction depending on the level of academic achievement.
Intensive Schools Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements.
Entry Requirements

Admission to candidature is a three year Bachelor degree, preferably in a science-related area.

Applicants with other qualifications and professional experience will also be considered.
Additional Entry Requirements N/A
Course Rules

1. Admission to Candidature

1.1. An applicant for admission to candidature for the certificate shall:

(a) have fulfilled all the requirements for admission to a degree, or an equivalent qualification, acceptable to the school as sufficient qualification for admission to candidature; or

(b) satisfy the school by means of other qualifications and/or relevant experience that adequate preparation for candidature has been made.

1.2. Admission to candidature and the date of commencement of candidature shall be determined by the school on the recommendation of the relevant postgraduate course coordinator.

2. Program of Study

Each program of study shall be prescribed by the school on the recommendation of the relevant postgraduate course coordinator and shall comprise units at 200-level or higher with a total value of 24 credit points.

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Career Opportunities

The qualification will be recognized in the market place as appropriate for managers dealing with marine and estuarine ecosystems.
Practical, Clinical or Work Experience None
Double Degree Opportunities None
Advanced Standing Advanced standing may be granted for a maximum of six credit points on the basis previous study completed at a recognised tertiary institution or on the basis of relevant professional experience.
Fast Track None
Other Benefits

On completion of the Graduate Certificate in Marine Science and Management, students are able to articulate to the Graduate Diploma in Marine Science and Management and will be granted advanced standing for all units completed towards the Graduate Certificate.
Honours None
Scholarships None
Further Information

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