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Graduate Diploma of Marine and Antarctic Science with Specialisation in Marine Biology

University of Tasmania - Hobart Campus

Australia,Tasmania

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12 Months

Duration

CAD 43,418/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Feb 2025

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Australia, Tasmania

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1890

Total Students: 41,200 +

Int. Students: 3,845 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

Churchill Ave, Hobart TAS 7005, Australia

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Scholarships
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Graduate Diploma of Marine and Antarctic Science with Specialisation in Marine Biology

Program Overview

As a gateway to Antarctica and with a natural marine laboratory on your doorstep, the University of Tasmania provides an ideal base to study for a career in marine biology and the fisheries and aquaculture industries.

This unique program combines marine science with a focus on the southern ocean and Antarctica. You’ll have access to industry-leading facilities at the Institute for Marine & Antarctic Studies (IMAS) and internationally recognised experts to help you kick-start your career.

The Graduate Diploma of Marine and Antarctic Science provides:

Practical skills alongside theoretical studies to broaden your experience and give you the edge when it comes to employment
More than lectures, labs and tutorials with study trip units that take learning to the Southern Ocean and into Australia's largest fisheries, aquaculture and seafood industries
Contacts, work experience and research links in Australia's largest fisheries and aquaculture industries (based in Tasmania)
Access to our international partner organisations and internationally recognised marine science organisations based in Tasmania

Specialisation: Marine Biology
The Marine Biology specialisation is comprised of four core units. The units in this specialisation explain the key environmental problems affecting the world’s oceans, atmosphere and Antarctica. These units incorporate modern laboratory techniques and field-work, conservation management and an undertanding of the structure of marine ecosystems.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Postgraduate Certificate / Diploma

Application Processing Days

15 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

12 Months

Backlogs Allowed

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
feb 2025		Open
jul 2025		Opening Later

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 43,418 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in University of Tasmania - Hobart Campus

CAD 29,710 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

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

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0 Minimum Listening - 6.0 Minimum Reading - 6.0 Minimum Writing - 6.0 Minimum Speaking - 6.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 50.0 Minimum Listening - 50.0 Minimum Reading - 50.0 Minimum Writing - 50.0 Minimum Speaking - 50.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this programme, students must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 55.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Work Permit

PGWP

Students who have completed their studies in Australia can apply for a Post Study Work Permit or a Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485) to continue working in Australia post the completion of their study programs. As an international student, one can apply for the visa but not later than six months after completing your course. But to be eligible, you must meet the Australian Study Requirements, which include a minimum of 16 months of stay in Australia and a completing 92 weeks of a course registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).

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