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Bachelor of Marine Science

Bachelor Degree / Honours Degree.
Deakin University

250

in world overall ranking*

13

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

Study marine ecosystems and ocean sustainability with strong practical and field-based learning in coastal environments. You’ll build expertise across marine biology and ecology, oceanography, mapping, conservation, aquaculture, fisheries, and coastal management, supported by specialist labs and facilities near the Great Southern Reef. The Bachelor of Marine Science is an interdisciplinary, science-based degree aligned to Australia’s marine priorities and industry needs. The programme develops laboratory techniques, scientific writing, and analytical methods for research and industry settings.

Career outcome

Graduates can work across research and applied marine sectors, using contemporary marine technologies to monitor, manage and protect ocean habitats. Career directions include biodiversity conservation, fisheries and aquaculture, marine biology and ecology, oceanography, remote sensing and modelling, marine management and policy, and marine biochemistry/biotechnology roles in government, consulting, NGOs and research organisations. This Bachelor of Marine Science prepares you for marine science careers.


Living Costs in Geelong**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 23
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,000 - 1,323
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 665 - 879
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 5 - 13
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 257 - 339

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$10,115 per year

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Information

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3 years

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Trimester 1, Trimester 2

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Waurn Ponds (Geelong)
Warrnambool

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S337

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconDEAKIN INTERANTIONAL SCHOLARSHIP

25% of tuition fees

tick iconDEAKIN ALUMNI POSTGRADUATE BURSARY

15% of reduction per unit

tick iconDEAKIN WARRNAMBOOL RESIDENTIAL INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS

Up to 50% of accommodation fees

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