Marine environments around the world are increasingly vulnerable to climate change, coastal development and resources extraction. This course responds to the growing need to protect Australia’s coastal waters in particular, with an emphasis on marine biology, oceanographic sciences and resource management.

 

This course has been designed in collaboration with industry, to ensure that you develop in-demand scientific research skills. Throughout your studies, you will learn to think as a marine scientist, gaining knowledge from staff with research expertise in fish ecology, coral reef ecology, marine pollution, seafloor mapping, sustainable fisheries and aquaculture.

 

You’ll also engage with professionals working in marine and coastal science and management organisations. These may include Curtin’s Centre for Marine Science and Technology; Western Australia’s Department of Fisheries, Water and Environmental Regulation and Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions; and marine science consultancies.