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Bachelor of Marine Science and Management

Official Abbreviation BMSM
Course Type Undergraduate
Offering
Responsible Campus Teaching Period Mode of Study
Armidale Semester 1 On Campus
Armidale Semester 2 On Campus
Armidale Semester 1 Off Campus
Armidale Semester 2 Off Campus
Course Duration
  • 3 Years Full-time
  • 6 Years Part-time
2008 UAI 70
2008 OP 14
Fees Commonwealth Supported Place
Total Credit Points 144
Overview

This degree focuses on the major issues confronting Australian coastal habitats and resources and provides training in their ecology and sustainable management. The course commences in Armidale and students complete their third year of study at the National Marine Science Centre at Coffs Harbour, NSW, which is adjacent to the diverse habitats of the Solitary Islands Marine Park. Fieldwork in a range of natural environments is a strong focus of the course - this includes an excursion to the Great Barrier Reef. There is scope to develop skills such as scientific diving, boat handling and marine radio communications.

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

Normal admission requirements apply. Assumed knowledge is any two units of Mathematics.

For students without the recommended background knowledge, the Faculty offers a Foundation unit in Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics.

Additional Entry Requirements N/A
Course Rules
N/A
Career Opportunities

The balance between science and management content within the degree provides a wide range of employment opportunities in environmental fields. Examples include environmental officers in government (local, State and Federal) agencies and conservation organisations, planners, researchers and managers in marine parks, as well as various roles in fisheries research and policy development, and in commercial fisheries ventures (including aquaculture). Positions are also available in the private sector as environmental consultants.

Practical, Clinical or Work Experience None
Double Degree Opportunities None
Advanced Standing Advanced standing may be granted on the basis of previous study completed at recognised tertiary institutions.
Fast Track None
Other Benefits

BMSM graduates are eligible to enrol for a range of Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma and course work Master programs.

Honours There is no Honours year for the Bachelor of Marine Science and Management, however, well-qualified graduates may apply to complete the Bachelor of Science with Honours. BSc(Hons) graduates who achieve the appropriate level of Honours are eligible to apply to enrol for a research Master degree or the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
Scholarships The University offers a number of scholarships available to Australian citizens and permanent residents.
Further Information

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