Overview

At the University of California, San Diego teach current and future Marine Biodiversity and Conservation professionals about marine ecosystems through an interdisciplinary, hands-on curriculum in marine biology, ecology, oceanography, communication, economics, justice, law and policy.

Quick Facts:

Our global ocean fuels our economy, supports vibrant coastal communities, and provides vital habitat for innumerable marine species. Indeed, the ecological, oceanographic and biological systems that lie beneath our ocean’s surface create the very building blocks of life, supporting complex food webs that cascade through every tier of the natural world.
But new and expanding ocean uses put additional pressure on these fragile systems and humans are altering the chemistry and temperature of our waters. To address these marine conservation issues, we need innovative thought leaders who understand the multifaceted and interconnected nature of these pressing challenges.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biological Oceanography

Polar System Science

Marine GIS

Benthic Ecology

Sustainable Seafood

Biology of Fishes

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

San Diego, United States

Disciplines

Biodiversity & Conservation Marine Science View 87 other Masters in Biodiversity & Conservation in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

GRE^®

Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Statement of Purpose: In ~750 words, describe your interest in this field, demonstrated commitment to the ocean, and rationale for applying to the program. Please explain why you are applying to the MAS MBC Program and what you hope to achieve with this degree.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education with a preferred minimum 3.0 GPA
Resume/CV
Three (3) Letters of Recommendation
College Transcripts
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): for international applicants only, minimum score is 85 (iBT) or 550 (PBT), or 7 IELTS
The GRE is not required. You may submit GRE/GMAT results if you feel they will greatly strengthen your application

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Tuition Fee

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International

29118 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 29118 USD per year during 12 months.
National

29118 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 29118 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

14016 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14016 USD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for San Diego

1400 - 2455 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

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