Study Flinders Marine Science - Flinders University

MARINE SCIENCE

Turn your passion for the ocean into a career

Why study Marine Science at Flinders

Studying degrees in the field of marine science gives you the opportunity to explore a range of disciplines, including marine biology, bioscience, conservation and aquaculture.

You’ll gain extensive knowledge in areas that revolve around our planet’s greatest resource and the organisms that live within it.

Careers in marine science could see you working with national and international government agencies, research institutes or in private enterprise. A career in marine science could give you the chance to help shape the future of our planet.

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Undergraduate courses

Bachelor of Science

Bachelor of Science (Animal Behaviour)

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Animal Behaviour)

Bachelor of Science (Biodiversity and Conservation)

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Biodiversity and Conservation)

Bachelor of Arts and Science

Bachelor of Science (Marine Biology)

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Marine Biology)

Bachelor of Science (Molecular Bioscience)

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Enhanced Program for High Achievers)

Majors

Animal Biology

Aquatic Biology

Biochemistry and molecular biology

Ecology and evolutionary biology

Ocean and climate sciences

Postgraduate

Graduate Certificate in Science (Aquaculture)

Graduate Diploma in Science (Aquaculture)

Master of Science (Aquaculture)

Higher degree by research

Master of Science

Doctor of Philosophy

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Tailor your degree and follow your passions

Marine science courses equip you with cutting-edge technical and theoretical knowledge through structured core topics. Combined with a wide range of flexible electives to allow you to pursue your interests such as Environmental Management, Archaeology, Animal Behaviour and more.

Get career-ready with practical experiences

Throughout your studies, you’ll develop a diverse set of practical skills to prepare you for the workforce. Gain hands-on experience in the field and undertake laboratory research. There are opportunities to take your studies overseas through internships and short-term study abroad programs, including international exchange programs with other universities.

Study a Bachelor of Science in Animal Behaviour

Wild careers start here, understand animals to assess their welfare, survival and evolution. Learn to appreciate the societal and ethical contexts of conservation biology, animal behaviour and animal welfare.

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Career Opportunities

marine biologist
marine and coastal community education officer
oceans science project officer
marine policy officer
coastal programs officer
marine planning project officer
marine parks scientist
science communicator
secondary science teacher.

Potential Employers

government
coastal and marine industries
environmental groups
fisheries
research and development organisations
meteorological departments
environmental departments
research institutes.
tourism
water authorities
educational institutions.

Study a Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology

Deep dive into marine life and explore the living marine world. Gain an understanding of the biology of marine organisms, their relationships with the marine environment.

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