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Graduate Diploma in Marine Science and Management

  • Graduate Diploma

Taught by world-leading experts in some of the best coastal locations in the country, this degree offers an in-depth study in marine science and management subjects, plus hands-on experience in a variety of aquatic field sites. You will gain the skills to work in a variety of marine science roles.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Diploma
Duration
1 year full-time
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Aug
Domestic Fees
$33,000 total

About this course

Taught by world-leading experts in some of the best coastal locations in the country, this degree offers an in-depth study in marine science and management subjects, plus hands-on experience in a variety of aquatic field sites. You will gain the skills to work in a variety of marine science roles.

Entry requirements

 

Admission to this course requires:
  • A Bachelor of Science in the discipline of biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, ecology, climate and atmospheric sciences, marine science, geosciences, geography, geology environmental studies, environmental engineering, civil engineering, aquaculture, agriculture or natural resource management, or equivalent qualification or;
  • Completion of the embedded graduate certificate in this discipline, from the University of Sydney, or equivalent qualification.

Study locations

Camperdown/Darlington

Career pathways

The career opportunities for graduates are incredibly diverse and include:

  • marine ecologist
  • coastal manager
  • environmental consultant
  • marine science communicator
  • marine geochemist
  • coastal modeller
  • marine data scientist

Our graduates can be found in government agencies that manage coastal and marine resources and environments and also in consulting companies that seek coastal and marine specialists.

Climate change and it's impact on coastal landscapes and marine ecology will will further increase demand for coastal and marine experts to deal with the associated effects.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Science & Mathematics courses at University of Sydney (USYD).
74.3%
Overall satisfaction
68.6%
Skill scale
57.1%
Teaching scale
75.8%
Employed full-time
$90.8k
Average salary

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