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Graduate Certificate in Marine Science and Management

Graduate Certificate.
The University of Sydney

53

in world overall ranking*

4

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This Graduate Certificate provides specialist training in marine science and management, combining coursework with practical learning in Australia’s coastal environments. You’ll build skills to understand and respond to challenges facing coasts and oceans, with content spanning science, management and policy. The course can also provide a pathway to further postgraduate study in marine and coastal disciplines. The programme builds executive-level capability in strategy, finance, operations, and organisational leadership for global business environments.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue entry-level and early-career roles across marine science, coastal management and ocean policy. You may work with government agencies, consultancies, conservation organisations, research groups or industry involved in marine and coastal environments. Typical pathways include coastal or marine officer roles, environmental or marine project support, and positions assisting monitoring, planning and management programs in the marine sector. Preparing graduates for senior management, consulting, entrepreneurship, and organisational leadership roles.


Living Costs in Sydney**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 22
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 2,207 - 2,918
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,599 - 2,115
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 9 - 10
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 219 - 290

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$30,850 per year

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CSP: A$4,769
Full Fee Paying: A$17,500

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Information

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1 years

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February, August

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The University of Sydney (Camperdown/Darlington campus)

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GCMASCMG1000

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconVICE-CHANCELLOR INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS SCHEME

Up to A$40,000

tick iconAUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT RESEARCH TRAINING PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP (INTERNATIONAL)

Tuition fees waived

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