OpenFieldMaster of Science in Tropical Aquaculture and Marine Conservation
Two-year postgraduate research degree featuring intensive fieldwork at the UniSC Bribie Island Research Centre focusing on crustacean genomics, finfish nutrition, and coral propagation.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor's degree in marine biology, aquaculture, or environmental science (GPA 4.5/7.0)
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.5 (minimum 6.0 all bands)
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Statement of scientific intent and academic transcripts
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic referee letters
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- UniSC International Student Scholarship (15% tuition fee reduction)
- Application fee
- $0 AUD
- Tuition / joining costs
- $34,200 AUD/year (before 15% international scholarship deduction)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 15, 2027 (Semester 1 2027 commencement)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of the Sunshine Coast documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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