Master of Science (Environmental Marine Science)

This program enables science graduates to pursue their interest and develop their knowledge and skills in physical oceanography and meteorology, utilising the unique marine and tropical environments of northern Queensland.

What is environmental marine science?

Environmental marine science combines oceanography, meteorology and applied environmental physics.

Who is this course for?

This course provides specialist skills and knowledge for science graduates wanting to pursue careers in environmental marine science.

How you will study

This course is available in Townsville. It is available part time (domestic students only) and full time.

Why JCU?

The School of Earth and Environmental Sciences teaches this course. The School brings together a team of academic and associate staff across multiple disciplines.

• Nationally-recognised leader in geoscience

• major research centres including the The Australian Coastal Ocean Radar Network

• internationally-acclaimed academic teaching staff

• strong collaboration with industry and research organisations, both locally and internationally.

Career Opportunities

Graduates in the field from JCU have found jobs in agencies and organisations such as the Bureau of Meteorology, Defence Science and Technology Organisation, Australian Institute of Marine Science, CSIRO, and the Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation.

This course can also take you to careers in environmental consultancy, geophysical exploration, environment protection, to name a few.