Bachelor of Marine Science

Program Overview

Griffith University's Bachelor of Marine Science is a three-year on-campus program that provides a foundation in marine science with specialized study in Marine Ecology, Marine Chemistry and Biotechnology, or Coastal Management. Taught by leading researchers and industry professionals, the program includes a marine industry placement and capstone experience, preparing graduates for careers in coastal resource management, fisheries, conservation, and more.

Program Outline

Outline:

• The Bachelor of Marine Science is a three-year full-time on-campus program at Griffith University's Gold Coast campus.
• The program provides students with a foundation in the basic sciences, followed by specialized study in the chosen area of marine science.

Teaching:

• The program is taught by leading researchers and industry professionals.
• The university has cutting-edge teaching and research strengths in marine science, with access to extensive natural and artificial waterways, iconic surf beaches, and the diverse wetlands and coastal biodiversity of Moreton Bay.

Careers:

• Graduates of the Bachelor of Marine Science may find employment in coastal resource management, fisheries laboratories, conservation and pollution control management, coastal physical science (modelling or meteorology), marine science institutes, medium and large consultancy companies, marine parks, education research, and specialist marine-focused organizations such as Coastalwatch.