Graduate Certificate in Marine Science | UniSC | University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia

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Graduate Certificate in Marine Science

Through fieldwork and engaging interactions with experts, develop advanced knowledge of coastal and marine ecology. Explore critical issues facing global marine environments, and develop specialist knowledge of strategies and partnerships required to sustainably manage marine resources.

In this program you will:

  • Learn to design research projects, investigate complex problems, collect and interpret data, participate in scientific peer review processes, formulate solutions, and communicate outcomes
  • Plan and implement a substantive hands-on marine research project
  • Broaden your understanding of the various dimensions of marine science through interactions with experts from different disciplines and identify a research topic and supervisor that best meets your career interests
  • Participate in extended coursework training component to build breadth of discipline knowledge followed by an advanced hands-on research project to develop depth of expertise

Location

Duration

1 year 1 year Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.

Indicative fees

Indicative 2023 fees (A$)

A$4,148 / A$10,148 - 2023 Fees CSP / Fee-paying
CSP / Fee-paying

Start

  • Semester 1

Start
  • Semester 1
Delivery mode
  • Blended Learning
Total courses
3
Total units
48
Duration
1 year 1 year
UniSC program code
SC523
Program coordinator
Program structure
Required courses (3) 48 units

ENS500 Coastal and Marine Ecology
ENS501 Coastal Conservation Planning
SRP721 Special Research

Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all UniSC courses are available on every UniSC campus.

Completion of an undergraduate degree (AQF 7 or equivalent) from a recognised higher education institution or equivalent.

Additional entry information

Standard English language requirements apply.

Recommended prior study
Biology, English, Mathematical Methods; and at least one of the sciences, preferably Chemistry
Program requirements
Program notes
  • Completing this program within the specified (part-time) duration is based on studying 24-unit points per semester (normally 2 courses) and following the recommended study sequence.
  • The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
  • It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates
  • Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.

Career opportunities

  • Coastal and marine ecology
  • Conservation planning
  • Government roles
  • Industry roles
  • Non-government roles
  • Research

CSP estimate
A$4,148
Fee-paying estimate
A$10,148 - 2023 Fees

Commonwealth supported places

Commonwealth supported places are substantially subsidised by the Australian Government so that students only pay 'student contribution" amounts. The student contribution amount will vary depending on the course you are studying and how much funding the Government provides.

If you accept a Commonwealth supported place you are a Commonwealth supported student. As a Commonwealth supported student you must make a contribution towards the cost of your education (unless you are enrolled in Enabling or Tertiary Preparation Pathway courses) with the majority of the cost met by the Commonwealth Government.

Commonwealth supported places are only available to domestic students. As a domestic student you are entitled to a Commonwealth supported place in an eligible program if you:

  • meet the citizenship and residency requirements
  • complete an electronic Commonwealth Assistance Form (eCAF)
  • meet the University's entry requirements for your chosen program.

Domestic applicants apply for admission direct to UniSC.

Find out about how to apply and key application closing dates.

Extended coursework training builds breadth of knowledge
Advanced hand-on research project work
Pathway to research career