Graduate Diploma in Marine Science and Management

About the course

This one-year Graduate Diploma develops practical and theoretical skills in marine science and coastal management for graduates aiming to work in marine science, management or policy. You’ll learn from specialists and gain hands-on experience through field-based learning at aquatic sites, with coursework spanning marine and coastal planning and analysis. The course can also provide a pathway to further study in marine and coastal disciplines at graduate level.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue roles supporting the protection and sustainable use of coastal and marine environments across government, consulting and research-linked organisations. Typical pathways include marine or coastal management officer, environmental or marine science advisor, policy and planning support roles, and data or monitoring-focused positions using modelling and spatial analysis. This Graduate Diploma prepares you for professional work in multidisciplinary marine science and management settings.

Living Costs in Sydney**

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

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)