Hobart,
NSW,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Graduate Diploma of Marine and Antarctic Science (Sustainable Aquaculture) in Hobart Australia | University of Tasmania
University of Tasmania
|
Hobart Australia
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Qualification
Graduate Diploma
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
41,950
(c. USD29,604.87)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
Situated as a gateway to Antarctica with a natural marine laboratory at your fingertips, the University of Tasmania offers the perfect setting to pursue studies for a career in marine biology, fisheries, and aquaculture.
Our Graduate Diploma in Marine and Antarctic Science delivers comprehensive coursework in your selected specialization while serving as a stepping stone to our Master of Marine and Antarctic Science program.
This distinctive course merges marine science with a specialized focus on the Southern Ocean and Antarctic regions. You'll benefit from cutting-edge facilities at the Institute for Marine & Antarctic Studies (IMAS) and guidance from world-renowned experts to launch your professional journey.
The Graduate Diploma of Marine and Antarctic Science offers:
Hands-on training combined with academic studies to enhance your skills and boost employability
Beyond traditional classroom learning, with field study units that bring education to the Southern Ocean and Australia's major fisheries, aquaculture, and seafood sectors
Networking opportunities, industry experience, and research connections within Tasmania's thriving fisheries and aquaculture industries
Access to our global partner institutions and internationally acclaimed marine science organizations based in Tasmania
You can specialize in one of three streams: Marine Biology, Fisheries Management, or Sustainable Aquaculture.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
To be admitted to study the Graduate Diploma of Marine and Antarctic Science you must have a Bachelor of Marine and Antarctic Science from the University of Tasmania, or an equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary education institution. An example of an equivalent qualification is a Bachelor of Science with a major in life sciences (such as biology, environmental science, zoology, plant science, marine biology, ecology etc).
In addition, specifically for the Governance and Policy specialsation, students may be admitted with a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a governance and policy field from a recognised tertiary education institution with evidence of completion of units at undergraduate level that are related to life sciences.
The Master of Marine and Antarctic Science requires an IELTS (Academic) of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0)
TOEFL (iBT) - 72 (no skill below: Reading 16; Listening 16; Speaking 18; Writing 22)
Tuition
AUD
41,950