Master of Marine Studies MMarineSt at University of Auckland

About

Learn about cross-disciplinary approaches to marine science, and develop your practical skills in research design, environmental management and field techniques.

Disciplines

Science

Requirements

Entry Requirements

2025 entry requirements

My highest qualification is from:

Programme requirements

Minimum programme requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

Study option

Taught 180 points

Grade required

GPA Grade Point Average 5.0

Bachelor of Science
Study option

Research 180 points

Grade required

GPA Grade Point Average 5.0

Bachelor of Science

Calculate your Grade Point Average (GPA)

Further programme requirements

Select your study option:

Taught 180 points Research 180 points

You must have completed a BSc with a GPA of 5.0 in 60 points above Stage II.

Or, alternatively, have completd a Bachelors degree in a relevant major or specialisation, and have passed 60 points towards the Postgraduate Diploma in Science with a GPA of 4.0 in a relevant specialisation (provided the postgraduate diploma has not been awarded).

In exceptional circumstances, these requirements may be waived by the Associate Dean Academic, or nominee, if it is determined that you have at least three years of relevant practical, professional or scholarly experience.

You must have completed a BSc with a GPA of 5.0 in 60 points above Stage II.

Or, alternatively, have completd a Bachelors degree in a relevant major or specialisation, and have passed 60 points towards the Postgraduate Diploma in Science with a GPA of 4.0 in a relevant specialisation (provided the postgraduate diploma has not been awarded).

In exceptional circumstances, these requirements may be waived by the Associate Dean Academic, or nominee, if it is determined that you have at least three years of relevant practical, professional or scholarly experience.

Programme requirements

Minimum programme requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

Study option

Taught 180 points

Grade required

GPE Grade Point Equivalent 5.0

An undergraduate degree in science
Study option

Research 180 points

Grade required

GPE Grade Point Equivalent 5.0

An undergraduate degree in science
Qualification

IELTS Academic International English Language Testing System

Score required

6.5

No bands less than 6.0

See alternative English language requirements

Calculate your Grade Point Equivalent (GPE)

Further programme requirements

Select your study option:

Taught 180 points Research 180 points

You must have completed an undergraduate degree in science with a GPE of 5.0. Your study must have been in marine-related subjects and at a recognised university (or similar institution).

Career

Where could this programme take you?

Graduates of the MMarineSt programme can look forward to employment opportunities in a wide variety of careers based in government agencies, research institutes and industry.

Jobs related to this programme

Aquaculture technician
Conservation ranger
Environmental consultant
Fishery analyst
Marine biologist
Marine technician
Researcher

Further study options

Doctor of Philosophy

See all study options

Mallory Sea

Using the Hauraki Gulf as her laboratory, Mallory is working towards her PhD in Marine Science. Postgraduate study helped her to combine her skills and make new connections.

Student career planning service

Once you become a student at the University, you can get help with planning and developing your career from Career Development and Employability Services.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

NZD 52,842

Application Fee

NZD

Master of Marine Studies MMarineSt

University of Auckland

University of Auckland

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