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James Cook University (JCU)

  • 28% international / 72% domestic

Master of Science

  • Masters (Coursework)

Advance your professional career in science with independent research or a focused industry project.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
1.5 years full-time
Course Code
106904
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Fees
$8,768 per year / $13,152 total

About this course

Advance your professional career in science with independent research or a focused industry project. Through your studies, you will expand your knowledge and understanding of the problems facing natural environments as well as their solutions, using the complex reef and terrestrial environments of the tropics as examples. You will also expand your practical, analytical and communication skills, and gain first-hand experience through your course work classes. You can concentrate your studies by choosing from seven majors.

Entry requirements

AQF Level 7 bachelor degree in science with minimum GPA of 5.0; or equivalent

Study locations

Townsville

Cairns

Career pathways

Advance your scientific career with a professional post-graduate 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.

As a Master of Science graduate, you may find yourself holding positions such as a biologist, ecologist, conservation agent, environmental manager or specialist, or within academia as a researcher or teacher within these fields.

How to apply

Complete an online application through our Online Application Portal.