Marine Conservation and Sustainability MSc

Newcastle University

United Kingdom, Newcastle upon Tyne

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Newcastle University

United Kingdom , Newcastle upon Tyne

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 31,000 / year(s)

Next Intake September-2026

Marine Conservation and Sustainability MSc

About

Overview

The world’s oceans and their ecosystems have never been under as much pressure as they are today.

We designed this programme for anyone who wants to make a difference and improve our oceans. You’ll develop the knowledge and skills to make the positive change required to improve the outlook of the oceans.

Our research-active staff ensure our curriculum is globally relevant and cutting-edge. You’ll improve your practical, professional, and research skills so that you’re ready for the next step in your career.

This degree will prepare you for a wide range of careers in marine management and sustainability. You’ll graduate as a skilled, knowledgeable, experienced, and well-connected professional.

We welcome applications from diverse disciplines. This course is perfect for anyone passionate about:

marine ecosystems
conservation
coastal communities

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Requirements

Entry Requirements

Typically we recognise the following in a Bachelors degree:

3.5/4.0 or 4.25/5.0 (85%) as comparable to a 1st Class
Minimum GPA of 3.75/5.0 (75%) as comparable to a 2.1
3.5/5.0 or 2.8/4.0 (70%) as comparable to a 2.2

Admissions criteria may vary depending on the course you are applying for, please check course specific entry requirements.

English Program Requirements

IELTS:

Applicants whose first language is not English require a minimum score of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent including 5.5 in each of the four elements of the test.

TOEFL:

79 overall (with a minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking, and 17 in writing)

Pearson:

Pearsons 65 overall (with a minimum of 59 in all sub-skills).

Duolingo:

115 overall with no subskill below 100

Career

Your future

This MSC supports a route into PhD-level study. You’ll develop the research skills needed for advanced study during your course.

Careers

You will have the opportunity to engage with professionals from research, business and industry during the course. Graduates from this course have undertaken various roles including:

Scientific Fisheries Observer, Falkland Islands
Head of Fisheries Management, Seafish
Head of Environmental team, Northumberland Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority (NIFCA)