Study one of the most diverse and fragile marine ecosystems in the world, the Great Barrier Reef. Evaluate the impact of human society on tropical marine populations, species, habitats and ecosystems. Attain the technical skills and knowledge necessary for working in the marine conservation sector and for conducting excellent research in biology and ecology.

Students are taught by JCU’s leading researchers while working at the JCU Orpheus Island Field Station and in award-winning laboratories. Continue your studies with a research project supervised by one of our world experts or apply your learnings with one of our industry partners helping deliver innovative and sustainable solutions for marine environments and their dependent communities.

Advance your career with a JCU professional post-graduate course. JCU Master of Science graduates are highly regarded and find employment in a range of organisations around the world.

You could pursue a career in the public or private sector for business, government, educational, research and not for profit agencies.

JCU Master of Science graduates work in roles such as biologist, conservation agent, educator, environmental manager, field or laboratory technician, geologist, research scientist, or resource consultant. This course is also a pathway towards a JCU PhD.