James Cook University (JCU)
Address
Townsville, Queensland, Australia
Faculty
College of Science and Engineering
Campus
Townsville Campus
Course code: #50110M
undergraduate
DegreeBachelor of Marine Science
Quick facts
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Annual tuition (2024)
$44,640 AUD
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Application fee
Free
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Duration
3 years
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PSW
4 years
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Min GPA
67 out of 100
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CRICOS code
056552E
Deadlines
Overview
Bachelor of Marine Science
Develop a deep understanding of marine systems while studying in JCU's advanced research aquariums and laboratories.
In this program at James Cook University, learn how to manage human impacts best and preserve dynamic marine and coastal environments.
Undertake research at the JCU Orpheus Island Research Station or on-site at various coral reef, island, sea-grass and mangrove environments visited when completing this degree.
Develop high-level skills in evolving technologies that provide solutions to previously unsolvable problems.
Build your capabilities using seabed mapping and fish assessment sonar, oceanographic sensors, and various techniques for gathering data above and below the waves.
Build networks with the international cohort who study this degree and the concentration of marine scientists and managers in north Queensland.
Opportunities may also exist to undertake an exchange program with an international university.
Estimate your cost
Residency
Count of person
$55,074
Total costs
yearly
Details
| Cost of living | 1 person | $9,528 |
| Accommodation | 1 bed room | $10,434 |
| Tuition | 1 person | $44,640 |
Hourly wage
Min wage
23.23 AUD / 1 hour
in Australia every student can work 48 hour per fortnight
Required documents
- Passport or Visa Documents
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Academic English proficiency Results
- And/or Testamurs (or curriculum vitae detailing your work history)
Language requirements
IELTS
6
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading
TOEFL
18
listening
18
writing
18
speaking
18
reading
PTE
52
listening
52
writing
52
speaking
52
reading
Cambridge
169
listening
169
writing
169
speaking
169
reading
Depending upon students' proficiency at commencement and the language entry requirements of their destination program, students may complete between 10 and 40 weeks of EAP study.
| Course Name | Entry Requirements | Lead to |
|---|---|---|
| EAP Level 2 | IELTS 5.0 (No skill <4.5) | Overall IELTS score of 5.5, or EAP 3 |
| EAP Level 3 | IELTS 5.5 (No skill <5.0), or EAP 2 | Overall IELTS score of 6.0, or EAP 4 |
| EAP Level 4 | IELTS 6.0 (No skill <6.0), or EAP 3 | Overall IELTS score of 6.5, or EAP 5 |
| EAP Level 5 | IELTS 6.5 (No skill <6.5), or EAP 4 | Overall IELTS score of 7.0 |
Academic background and requirement
Prerequisites:
- English (Units 3/4,C),
- Mathematical Methods (Units 3/4,C),
- Chemistry (Units 3/4, C); or equivalent.
Recommended Knowledge
- One of Biology, Earth and Environmental Science, Geography, Marine Science, Specialist Maths or Physics (Units 3/4, C); or equivalent
GPA:
Canada Secondary School Diploma: 67
China Senior Secondary School Graduation Certificate: 97
India Senior Secondary Certificate & CISCE/State Board & NIOS: 70/75
Foundation Study:
The Diploma of Higher Education is a one-year course (or two years, part-time) designed to help people who may not meet the academic requirements for entry into a Bachelor's degree.
Completing the Diploma will give you a recognised qualification in its own right.
Graduating with the Diploma will also allow you to enter many JCU Bachelor's degree programs.
It may give you advanced standing or credit for some of your successfully completed subjects.
Career opportunities
- marine conservation officer
- marine planner
- oceanographer
- veterinarian
- fisheries manager
- marine educator
- communications environmental manager
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