Bachelor of Marine Studies (BMarSt)
Information valid for students commencing 2013
The Bachelor of Marine Studies is no longer available.
Duration
4 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1 (25 Feb, 2013)
Semester 2 (01 Aug, 2013)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2200
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B and one of Chemistry or Physics.
Additional application information
The Bachelor of Marine Studies (Honours) year commences four weeks prior to the start of Semester 1 in the standard academic calendar (i.e., end of January).
In Semester 2, the Bachelor of Marine Studies (Honours) year commences at the start of the standard academic calendar (e.g., end of July).
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Enquiries for Australian students
Faculty of Science
Email: science.enquiries@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 1888
Duration
4 Years full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1 (25 Feb, 2013)
Semester 2 (01 Aug, 2013)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2200
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B and one of Chemistry or Physics. View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 042710M
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy)
view the English proficiency policy.View the entry requirements for international students.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
How to applyEnquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Bachelor of Marine Studies?
The Bachelor of Marine Studies is no longer available for enrolment. Students interested in Marine Science should consider the Bachelor of Science Marine Science major.
This program integrates the study of a range of disciplines relevant to understanding, researching and managing the marine environment. Students benefit from the University's breadth and depth of expertise in aquaculture and marine biotechnology, coastal management, marine biology and ecology, marine geology and coastal processes.
UQ's extensive marine science infrastructure includes field stations on the Great Barrier Reef (Heron Island), Low Isles and Stradbroke Island in Moreton Bay. Students also benefit from the University's regular involvement in scientific research into coral reef ecology and geology, marine botany and marine biotechnology.
Note: Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Marine Studies prior to 2008 should refer to the 2007 program list.
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Marine Studies.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Honours
Honours is a modified program of study in year 4, with entry based on grade point average.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B and one of Chemistry or Physics.
Additional application information
The Bachelor of Marine Studies (Honours) year commences four weeks prior to the start of Semester 1 in the standard academic calendar (i.e., end of January).
In Semester 2, the Bachelor of Marine Studies (Honours) year commences at the start of the standard academic calendar (e.g., end of July).
Entry requirements for International students
View the entry requirements for international students.
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B and one of Chemistry or Physics. View the equivalent qualifications for International students.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 042710M
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy)
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Additional costs
- Courses that include a field trip component may incur additional costs to cover transport, accommodation and food.
What you can do with a Bachelor of Marine Studies
Careers
Marine scientists find employment with organisations including Commonwealth Scientific Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) and other government authorities in areas such as:
- Research and education
- Wildlife conservation, planning and management
- Marine resource development
- Engineering
- Aquaculture
- Ecotourism
- Biotechnology
- National heritage work and environmental impact studies
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Australian Coral Reef Society
- Australian Marine Science Association
- Australian Society for Fish Biology
- Coastal and Estuarine Research Federation
- Ecological Society of Australia
- Estuarine and Coastal Sciences Association
- Society of Wetland Scientists
Program rules for the Bachelor of Marine Studies
To complete the Bachelor of Marine Studies
To fulfil the requirements of the Bachelor of Marine Studies, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student is required to obtain #64 from the BMarSt List comprising -
- #48 from Part A in the chosen field of study, including all compulsory courses plus at least #12 for late year courses; and
- #16 from Part H.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
