Master of Science (Professional)

Australia

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What to expect

In this flexible, 2-year full-time course, you will complete advanced coursework subjects and then undertake your own independent research project or choose to apply your skills in an industry-based project. The research project is a pathway towards a PhD by research program.

Master of Science (Professional) graduates are well equipped to evaluate global environmental challenges and driven to design innovative, sustainable and holistic solutions.

Choose one of seven majors and take specialised elective subjects from the same discipline or broaden your skills with subjects from complementary disciplines.

Majors

Students choose from seven majors and can select elective subjects within the same major, or from another discipline to enhance their learning.

Aquaculture Science and Technology

Students benefit from practical, experience based learning in JCU’s Marine and Aquaculture Research Facility and on location with industry partners. You will explore the science of aquaculture and learn about the husbandry and nutrition of various species.

Environmental Earth Science

Learn from world-class lecturers about the impacts of land use, land management, and climate change on the earth surface. Investigate the latest techniques to minimise the harmful effects of human activity on the environment.

Environmental Management

Reap the benefits of hands-on fieldwork experience to develop your capability in natural resource management. Work with research and industry experts and deepen your understanding of how natural environments function and change over time.

Fisheries Science and Management

Explore the fundamentals of fisheries science and its application in tropical environments. Gain knowledge, technical skills and experience in fisheries assessments, sustainable development and management approaches.

Geology

Develop your knowledge of geological structures, mineralogy and plate tectonics. Benefit from practical experience studying rocks, sediments and soils in the Great Artesian Basin, the Savannah and the areas surrounding the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.

Marine Biology

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.

Tropical Biology and Conservation

Benefit from access to natural environments in close proximity to JCU campuses, including savannahs, the World Heritage Daintree Rainforest, and coastal marine habitats. Your studies will integrate a range of disciplines such as zoology, ecology, botany, and behaviour and evolution biology across an array terrestrial and marine habitats.

Career Opportunities

Advance your scientific career with a professional postgraduate course. JCU Master of Science graduates are highly regarded and find employment in a range of organisations within Australia and around the world.

You could pursue your specialised scientific field in the public or private sector, working for business, government, educational, research or not-for-profit agencies.

Especializaciones

  • Aquaculture Science and Technology
  • Environmental Earth Science
  • Environmental Management
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CRICOS

095865J

Opciones de estudio

a tiempo completo (2 )

Costos de estudio
A$41.200,00 (US$ 26.850) por año

*El precio que se muestra es una referencia, por favor verificar con la institución

Fecha de inicio

Julio 2024

Lugar

Cairns campus

14-88 McGregor Road,

SMITHFIELD,

Queensland,

4878, CAIRNS, Australia

a tiempo completo (2 )

Costos de estudio
A$41.200,00 (US$ 26.850) por año

*El precio que se muestra es una referencia, por favor verificar con la institución

Fecha de inicio

Julio 2024

Lugar

Townsville campus

1 James Cook Dr,

DOUGLAS,

Queensland,

4814, TOWNSVILLE, Australia

Requerimiento de entrada

Para estudiantes de Estados Unidos

Completion of an AQF level 7 bachelor degree in Science with a minimum GPA of 5 (65%) or equivalent.

Para estudiantes internacionales

Completion of an AQF level 7 bachelor degree in Science with a minimum GPA of 5 (65%) or equivalent.

IELTS - 6.0 (no component lower than 6.0); TOEFL (internet based) - 74 (no component less than 18); Pearson (PTE Academic) - 52 (no component less than 52); C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency: 169 (no component less than 169).

Puede haber diferentes requisitos de IELTS en función del curso elegido.

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James Cook University (JCU) está clasificada entre el top 2 por ciento de las universidades del mundo (THE World University Rankings 2023).

  • Clasificada en el top 2% de las universidades del mundo
  • Calificada clase mundial en el 83% en áreas de investigación
  • Número 1 en Australia por Educación Sostenible
  • 5 Estrellas por empleo, apoyo a los estudiantes y habilidades

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