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Studying a Bachelor of Science is guaranteed to quench your thirst for knowledge about the world, and will be the start of a lifelong career in science.

Study with us and you have access to some of the best lecturers in New Zealand and state-of-the-art equipment. You’ll have lots of opportunities to apply your knowledge in the lab or on field trips. Our strong links with the scientific community extend right across the world – making it easy for you to transition from university to your career.

In the Marine Science major you’ll learn to apply principles and concepts of marine science to predict and solve complex environmental challenges at a local and global scale. You’ll have many opportunities to gain practical skills during fieldwork, and develop your laboratory and quantitative skills.

Apart from the courses below you also need to complete courses from your second major, your chosen minor(s) or electives.

Career opportunities
Marine scientist or technologist

Environmental consultant
Resource manager
Aquaculture manager
Science teacher*

*After completing an additional year of teacher education