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Pursue marine science studies at Deakin University, where breathtaking marine ecosystems abundant with diverse wildlife are right at your fingertips. Gain specialized knowledge in oceanic systems through comprehensive coursework spanning marine biology, ecology, oceanography, marine cartography, environmental preservation, aquatic farming, fisheries science, and coastal governance. The Marine Science undergraduate program provides essential competencies for fostering sustainable solutions to protect our planet's seas.
Receive instruction from distinguished marine science educators in cutting-edge laboratories designed to investigate and comprehend the biological, chemical, and physical phenomena of underwater life. Our campus facilities sit adjacent to the Great Southern Reef, transforming its rocky coastlines, seagrass meadows, mangrove forests, and famous surf breaks into dynamic learning environments.
Recent secondary education students
Current Year 12 students (2024)*
Year 12 graduates (2023 and 2022)*
* Includes Victorian, interstate, International Baccalaureate (IB) and New Zealand school leavers.
To be considered for an undergraduate course, you need to meet Deakin’s entry and course-specific requirements, as well as the English language minimum prerequisites.
Non-Year 12 applicants with:
higher education study
Vocational Education and Training (VET) study
work and life experience Or
completed Year 12 in 2021 or earlier.
Completion of one of the following:
2 credit points in an AQF Level 7 bachelor degree
certificate IV or higher in a related discipline
a diploma or higher in any discipline
at least 50% completion of a diploma or higher in a related discipline relevant work and life experience.
English Language Requirements:
IELTS: Overall 6 No band less than 6
TOEFL IBT: 69 Writing 21
TOEFL PBT: 550 Writing 4.5
C1 ADVANCED and C2 PROFICIENCY: 169 No band less than 169
PTE: 50 No less than 50 in each skill
OET: Overall C
DUELI EAP PROGRAM: EAP 3 (60%)