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Addressing and adapting marine ecosystems to persistent and fluctuating climate conditions represents a key scientific focus for Australia. The Marine Science program integrates diverse subjects to form an interdisciplinary curriculum that delivers comprehensive expertise across marine disciplines. While firmly grounded in science, this major cultivates versatile skills and cross-disciplinary thinking to meet the rising need for marine specialists in various sectors.
Marine scientists conduct observations, measurements, and experiments in aquatic ecosystems. Your career might involve developing theories to interpret marine phenomena, working in labs, or conducting fieldwork - collecting and analyzing data through various methods ranging from physical sampling to satellite-based remote sensing technologies.
A Bachelor of Science unlocks countless possibilities. If you aspire to be at the cutting edge of discovery, develop analytical and critical thinking abilities, or contribute to environmental solutions, this degree equips you with valuable skills for diverse career paths. At Sydney, you'll learn from passionate scientific leaders, including Australian Academy of Science members, Australian Research Council Fellows, and distinguished award recipients. Your studies will take place in state-of-the-art facilities like the advanced Sydney Nanoscience Hub and the Charles Perkins Centre, which specializes in diabetes, obesity, and heart health research.
A secondary education qualification such as the NSW Higher School Certificate (including national and international equivalents), OR approved higher education study, including approved preparation courses.
IB Diploma- 29
IELTS score- A minimum result of 6.5 overall and a minimum result of 6.0 in each band
TOEFL - IBT score- A minimum result of 85 overall including a minimum result of 17 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and 19 in Writing