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About the course
Marine Science (Advanced) is a major within Curtin’s Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours), focused on understanding marine ecosystems and managing them sustainably. You’ll study marine biology, oceanographic sciences and resource management, using practical and technological tools and drawing on Australian and international case studies. Field-based learning and a capstone project build research, leadership and entrepreneurial capability in marine and coastal systems at bachelor honours level.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue marine and coastal science roles across research, consulting and resource management. Potential careers include marine scientist, aquaculturalist, fisheries consultant, ecotoxicologist, environmental consultant and natural resource manager. Employment settings span fisheries and aquaculture, minerals and energy, environmental conservation and management, ecotourism and government agencies. This major supports professional pathways in marine and coastal environmental science at bachelor honours level.
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