Overview
Graduates with an advanced knowledge of ocean processes are needed to manage coastal and marine resources, respond to the impacts of climate change, and drive sustainable use of the ocean.
The Master of Oceanography course from The University of Western Australia provides a pathway for students with undergraduate degrees in marine science or engineering, or related disciplines, to undertake advanced study for careers in the marine sector.
Key facts
- The Master of Oceanography has core units that will ensure graduates have strong interdisciplinary knowledge and technical skills to take advantage of diverse career opportunities in government, industry, consultancies, and research institutions.
- These units span climate geoscience, coastal hazards and adaptation, marine geoscience, coastal dynamics, physical oceanography and observational methods and modelling.
- Elective units provide additional breadth and allow student to specialise in a range of oceanography sub-disciplines (e.g. physical, biological, chemical and geological), while the research project or capstone units provide specific advanced disciplinary knowledge and skills.
Career Pathways
The Master of Oceanography has core units that seek to ensure students have strong interdisciplinary knowledge and technical skills to take advantage of diverse career opportunities in government, industry, consultancies and research institutions.
The need for marine and coastal management, marine renewable energy, safe use of the ocean and aquaculture will require graduates with interdisciplinary knowledge of oceanography.
Specific job titles could include:
- Oceanographer
- Coastal Manager/Officer
- Coastal and Oceanographic Consultant
- Coastal Geologist
- Meteorologist
- Fisheries Scientist
- Marine Conservation Specialist
- Marine Geochemist
- Applied Ocean Scientist
- Climate Scientist
- Ocean Data Scientist
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Coastal Hazards and Adaptation
- Climate Geoscience
- Marine Geoscience
- Coastal Dynamics
- Physical Oceanography
- Ocean Observational Methods and Modelling
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 18 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Perth, Australia
Disciplines
Oceanography View 3 other Masters in Oceanography in AustraliaWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
CRICOS CODE 107555J
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have -
- a Bachelor of Science, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
- the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;
- successfully completed prior tertiary study in—marine science, environmental, engineering or physical sciences; or a related cognate discipline, as recognised by UWA
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Tuition Fee
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International
49000 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 49000 AUD per year during 18 months. -
National
29500 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 29500 AUD per year during 18 months.
- The tuition displayed for domestic students is the full fee, but the university also offers Commonwealth Supported Places.
Living costs for Perth
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
- Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
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Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
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