3 years Full time or 6 years Part time
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
Some units may only be available to study online or at specific locations and some include compulsory residential workshops.
For additional information about the admissions criteria for Southern Cross University and for this course, refer to Southern Cross University website.
Completion of Year 12 or attained age 18 years
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Marine.
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.
For more information about the Student profile, please visit Student profile explained.
As this is a new course, Semester 1, 2025 information is not available.
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.