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343 Master's degrees in Marine Science
When considering Marine Science programmes, it's essential to look at the tuition fees to find the best fit for your budget. The lower-end tuition fee, represented by the €1,430, offers an affordable starting point for students. On the other hand, the typical tuition fee, indicated by the €20,142, provides a benchmark for what most students can expect to pay. For those willing to invest more, the higher-end tuition fee, denoted by the €40,237, showcases the premium options available.
Affordability is a key factor for many students, and the 6% highlights the proportion of Marine Science programmes that are within reach for a broader audience. Additionally, the rise of online learning has opened up new opportunities, with the 10% indicating the percentage of Marine Science programmes offered in a flexible, online format. This allows students to balance their studies with other commitments, making higher education more accessible than ever.

Master of Marine Conservation Victoria University of Wellington
4,1(82)Wellington, New Zealand Top 6% in WorldwideWith the increasing pressures on the marine environment, both in the South Pacific region and worldwide, experts in the conservation and management of marine organisms and ecosystems are in demand. The Master of Marine Conservation programme is offered at the Victoria University of Wellington .

Marine and Lacustrine Science and Management Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB)
4,1(88)Brussels, Belgium Top 4% in WorldwideThis Marine and Lacustrine Science and Management MSc program from Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) offers both high-end theoretical courses and practical experience through laboratory and field training, discussion seminars, individual and group assignments and internships.

Marine Biology University of Haifa
4,5(12)Haifa, Israel Top 9% in WorldwideThe International MSc in Marine Biology at the University of Haifa explores the mysteries of marine life and ecosystems through research and field-based learning on the Mediterranean coast. Leveraging its unique location, the programme offers an innovative global hub for students and researchers studying ocean biodiversity, molecular mechanisms, and marine environments.

Marine Geosciences University of Haifa
4,5(12)Haifa, Israel Top 9% in WorldwideThe International M.Sc. Programme in Marine Geosciences at University of Haifa offers a once in a lifetime opportunity to obtain theoretical knowledge together with hands-on experience at sea.

Marine Sciences Utrecht University
4,1(111)Utrecht, Netherlands Top 5% in WorldwideMarine Sciences programme at Utrecht University will enable you to gain a broad understanding of marine systems, but also specialise in the physical, chemical, biological, and geological processes taking place in the ocean.

Maritime Civilizations University of Haifa
4,5(12)Haifa, Israel Top 9% in WorldwideThe MA Programme in Maritime Civilizations at University of Haifa explores the history, archaeology, anthropology, and fabric of seafaring societies underwater, on shore, and in cutting-edge laboratories, shedding light on human-sea relations in both ancient and modern times.

MARRES - Ocean Science, Conservation & Innovation Université Côte d'Azur
4,2(21)Sophia Antipolis, France Top 7% in WorldwideAre you passionate about ocean and eager to explore its diverse applications in science, conservation, innovation, and beyond? The MARRES - Ocean Science, Conservation & Innovation programs from Université Côte d'Azur offers a unique educational pathway that goes beyond traditional research careers, opening doors to a multitude of professional opportunities.

Science (Research) Auckland University of Technology
4,1(80)Auckland, New Zealand Top 7% in WorldwideThis research science master's degree from Auckland University of Technology (AUT) in New Zealand is designed to develop advanced research expertise in an area of science that interests you. Choose from a range of specialist science fields and complete a substantial research thesis, working closely with an academic supervisor.

Aquaculture Flinders University
4,0(47)Adelaide, Australia Top 6% in WorldwideThe postgraduate Aquaculture programme from Flinders University develops an understanding of aquaculture principles and practices in a wide variety of fields.

Marine and Antarctic Science University of Tasmania
3,9(16)Launceston, Australia +1 Top 4% in WorldwideThe Marine and Antarctic Science program from University of Tasmania provides you with a solid coursework grounding in your chosen area of specialisation, and provides a pathway to move onto our Master of Marine and Antarctic Science.

Health Management in Aquaculture (double degree) Wageningen University and Research
4,3(56)Wageningen, Netherlands Top 2% in WorldwideThe international master's Health Management in Aquaculture (double degree) is a joint programme between leading research institutes Wageningen University and Research, NTNU (Norway), Ghent University (Belgium) and Universitat Autonoma Barcelona (Spain).

Marine Management Dalhousie University
4,1(58)Halifax, Canada Top 5% in WorldwideDalhousie University's Master of Marine Management is a unique graduate-level education for ocean managers. With this degree, you’ll be well-suited to positions in policymaking, environmental assessment, advising special projects and/or programmes, research, education, and planning in the broad area of marine affairs.

Expedition and Marine Medicine University of Plymouth
4,3(101)Plymouth, United Kingdom Top 8% in WorldwideThis Expedition and Marine Medicine study delivered by the University of Plymouth has been developed for medics and healthcare professionals with an interest in advancing their clinical and non-technical skills in the fields of expedition and marine medicine

Port Management and Logistics University of Malta
4,0(146)Msida, Malta Top 15% in WorldwidePort Management and Logistics from University of Malta is a two-year programme offered by the SEA-EU Alliance.

Water Resources Management - Pre-Master's Programme (PMP) University of Southampton
4,4(93)Southampton, United Kingdom Top 2% in WorldwideThis one-year (2-semester) Water Resources Management - Pre-Master's Programme (PMP) from OnCampus Southampton offers successful students guaranteed progression to the University of Southampton.

Ocean Sciences Research Bangor University
4,4(84)Bangor, United Kingdom Top 8% in WorldwideThe Ocean Sciences Research degree from Bangor University, is a one-year full-time research programme that differs from a taught Masters programme by placing more emphasis on research, and by being examined much more like a PhD, by viva voce (oral) examination, rather than by grading of coursework and dissertation.

Aquaculture Ghent University
4,2(117)Gent, Belgium Top 2% in WorldwideThe Aquaculture course at Ghent University offers a constantly actualised programme that balances a broad multidisciplinary approach with an in-depth research-based training.

Applied Marine Conservation Atlantic Technological University
3,6(52)Galway, IrelandThe one year taught MSc degree in Applied Marine Conservation from the Atlantic Technological University focuses on core and specialist competences in key themes of fisheries, marine conservation; sustainability and ecosystem based management.

Maritime Digital Solutions Tallinn University of Technology (TalTech)
4,4(23)Tallinn, Estonia +1 Top 20% in WorldwideImprove your knowledge and skills on the possibilities and trends of the digitalisation in the maritime sector and work in a digitising environment, planning sustainable and environmentally friendly strategies. Apply for the one-year study programme Maritime Digital Solutions from the Tallinn University of Technology (TalTech)!

Freshwater and Marine Biology (Biological Sciences) University of Amsterdam
4,2(101)Amsterdam, Netherlands Top 1% in WorldwideJoin the Freshwater and Marine Biology (Biological Sciences) programme from University of Amsterdam. The track offers a unique study programme with attention for both freshwater and marine ecosystems and for scientific disciplines relevant to aquatic ecosystems.