Bachelor of Marine and Antarctic Science with Honours (Specialisation)

About the course

This four-year Bachelor of Marine and Antarctic Science with Honours (Specialisation) is delivered through UTAS’s Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies (IMAS) in Hobart, a gateway to the Southern Ocean and Antarctica. You’ll build core marine science knowledge and complete an embedded Honours year, with the specialisation designed to develop advanced capability in areas such as physical oceanography and research practice. This is an undergraduate honours degree in environmental science.

Career outcome

Graduates are equipped for professional entry roles in Sciences and further postgraduate study. Graduates join research assistant, quality assurance, and industry science roles. Preparing graduates for laboratory technician, research assistant, and science-based industry entry roles.

Living Costs in Hobart**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,086 - 1,437	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 934 - 1,236
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 6	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 285 - 377

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)