Bachelor of Marine Science

Griffith University's Bachelor of Marine Science degree. Queensland's #1 university for marine and ocean engineering. (ShanghaiRanking's Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2025) Turn your passion for the ocean into a career with real impact. Study where the ocean meets the classroom at our Gold Coast campus and combine specialised research with hands-on fieldwork in some of Australia's most iconic marine environments. With direct access to Moreton Bay, Gold Coast waterways and Heron Island, you'll gain practical experience in a living laboratory - building the skills and networks that open doors in marine science careers worldwide. Through a broad, interdisciplinary curriculum spanning marine biology, chemistry and physical sciences, you'll graduate as a well-rounded marine science professional ready to meet industry needs. With strong industry links and opportunities to join research projects and sustainability initiatives, you'll graduate with confidence, experience and professional connections. Highlights of studying the Bachelor of Marine Science Tackle critical ocean challenges such as climate change, pollution and sustainable fisheries management, supporting healthy marine ecosystems and industries. Small cohorts, approachable lecturers and a supportive learning community ensure you're guided every step of the way. Develop practical skills through hands-on experience with industry-relevant tools and approaches, including GIS, ecological modelling, environmental economics and data analysis. Gain valuable professional experience through marine industry placement in areas such as fisheries, aquaculture, marine conservation, coastal management or coastal engineering. Build a strong science foundation in your first year before customising your studies and specialising in your area of passion in second and third year, with the flexibility to switch