Bachelor of Science (Marine) - 053538

Bachelor of Science (Marine)

053538

Sciences

Full time Part time

Course Fee

CSP/$9,314 (1st year contribution)

Southern Cross University - National Marine Science Centre, Coffs Harbour

Start Date

Mar 2026

Duration

3 years Full time or 6 years Part time

Offer Rounds

15 Jan 2026

Overview Admissions Criteria Student Profile Career Possibilities

Course outline

The Bachelor of Science (Marine) provides a strong foundation in science, including field and laboratory experimentation and analytical techniques, as well as socioecological systems, management and critical thinking. The Marine specialisation builds on introductory earth systems knowledge with units at our National Marine Science Centre. These cover oceanography, marine ecology, fish and aquaculture, reefs, fisheries and marine parks management. This course can also be studied online. Some units require attendance at on-campus workshops. For more course information, visit Bachelor of Science at Southern Cross University.

Southern Cross University

Note

Some units may only be available to study online or at specific locations and some include compulsory residential workshops.

Admissions Criteria

For additional information about the admissions criteria for Southern Cross University and for this course, refer to Southern Cross University website.

Prerequisites

Completion of Year 12 or attained age 18 years

Recommended study

Biology and/or Chemistry; Geography; Mathematical Methods

Minimum Selection thresholds (ATAR/Selection Rank) for semester/trimester/term 1, 2025

ATAR/Selection Rank profile for those offered places wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR/Selection Rank for semester/trimester/term 1, 2025

For more information about the ATAR/Selection Rank profile, please visit ATAR/Selection Rank profile explained.

Specialisations

Marine.

Notes

As this is a new course, Semester 1, 2025 information is not available.

Excluding: The lowest ATAR/Selection Rank to which an offer was made, excluding adjustment factors.
Including: The lowest ATAR/Selection Rank to which an offer was made including any adjustment factors that may have been applied.

Student Profile by Applicant background for semester/trimester/term 1, 2025

For more information about the Student profile, please visit Student profile explained.

Notes

As this is a new course, Semester 1, 2025 information is not available.

Career opportunities

Career paths include Marine Biologist, Marine Environmental Consultant, Fisheries Officer, and Marine Policy Analyst. With a growing focus on the “Blue Economy”, graduates will find roles in government agencies, research institutions and conservation organisations focusing on marine sustainability and eco-tourism.

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