phd australia marine biology

38 marine-science-phd positions in Australia

Filtered by.

• marine-science-phd

Refine Your Search

• Last-24-hours 1
• Last-7-days 1
• Last-30-days 6
• Research Job 20
• Scholarship 7
• Fellowship 16
• Postdoctoral 4
• Southern Cross University 4
• The University of Western Australia 4
• University of Tasmania 4
• Australian National University 3
• The University of Queensland 3
• University of New South Wales 3
• University of Sydney 3
• AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL UNIVERSITY (ANU) 2
• James Cook University 2
• Australian Academy of Science Research Funding 1
• Central Queensland University 1
• Curtin University 1
• Deakin University 1
• Monash University 1
• Queensland University of Technology 1
• SOUTHERN CROSS UNIVERSITY 1
• Southern Cross University - Zerowaste cluster 1
• UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY 1
• UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA 1
• Earth Sciences 8
• Engineering 6
• Computer Science 3
• Economics 2
• Environment 2
• Chemistry 1
• Linguistics 1
• Mathematics 1
• Medical Sciences 1

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Ecological Modelling

. Take on leadership opportunities that arise and contribute to the collegiate life of IMAS. ­What we’re looking for: A PhD in Experimental Marine Ecology, Ecological Modelling or an equivalent field

Senior Research Officer - Marine Spatial Ecology

Requirements PhD in applied ecology, preferably in marine systems and spatial ecology. Experience in field and lab-based marine research. Demonstrated ability and expertise in undertaking comprehensive

PhD Scholarship in Marine Conservation Finance

PhD Scholarship in Marine Conservation Finance Job No.: 662857 Location: Clayton campus Employment Type: Full-time Duration: 3-year and 6-month fixed-term appointment Remuneration: The successful

Research Fellow, Research School of Earth Sciences

Australia’s leading academic research institution for Earth and Marine Sciences , and ranked 11th in the world for Earth and Marine Sciences (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023 ). We have a reputation

Research Fellow

coordination of the Centre’s Partner Integration Program. The Person To excel in this role you will have: A PhD in climate science or a related area, such as atmospheric science , oceanography, physics

Associate Research Fellow, Marine Biophysics

successful, you’ll have: PhD in a relevant discipline and/or other relevant qualifications and experience Expertise in spatial science , including the use of GIS Oceanographic/biophysical modelling experience

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer Oceanography

Apply now Job no:523485 Work type:full time Location:Canberra, ACT Categories:Senior Lecturer, Lecturer Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Physical Oceanography, UNSW Canberra – Women in Science Employment

PhD position in methane cycling in mangroves in Australia

biogeochemistry, environmental science , limnology or marine science Excellent oral and written communication skills in English Strong experience with field measurements, laboratory work, and data processing Good

Postdoctoral/Research Fellow

research institution for Earth and Marine Sciences , and ranked 11th in the world for Earth and Marine Sciences (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023 ). We are committed to offering a nurturing

Senior Lecturer (Physical Oceanography)

with a broad range of industry partners.  At UWA, Oceanography has strong integration with other related scientific fields (e.g., “ Marine and Ocean Engineering). The Oceans Graduate School (OGS) engages

Searches related to marine science phd

• marine biology
• marine science
• environment
• marine biology phd
• marine ecology

• Marine programs and courses

UQ’s marine science programs are renowned for their hands-on experiences, focus on persistent environmental challenges, and relevance to the bioeconomy and its current and emerging industries.

You’ll gain field experience during your stay at UQ’s  marine stations on the Great Barrier Reef and in the subtropical Coral Sea, and hone your practical and technical skills in advanced laboratories on campus at UQ St Lucia.

You’ll learn from one of the largest groups of marine researchers in Australia, and many members of the Centre for Marine Science are world experts in their fields.

Our research leaders have expertise across a range of disciplines, including marine biology, coastal and ocean systems, ecology and conservation, geography and geology, biotechnology, global change science, engineering, business and law.

Choose your program

Undergraduate.

Gain the latest knowledge and crucial practical and field experience with a marine-focused major within the three-year UQ Bachelor of Science:

• Coastal and Ocean Science
• Marine Biology .

You can take these as a single major, together as a comprehensive marine science double major, or with another science or humanities major or minor. Coastal and Ocean Science is also available as an extended major.

You can also study marine biology within the:

• Bachelor of Science (Honours)   (1 year)
• Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours) (4 years)

Postgraduate coursework

Upskill and develop your career path with the latest knowledge and approaches in conservation, environmental science and environmental management.

UQ’s intensive postgraduate coursework programs cover both marine and terrestrial systems.

• Master of Conservation Biology
• Master of Conservation Science
• Master of Environmental Management
• Graduate Certificate in Environmental Management
• Graduate Diploma in Environmental Management
• Master of Quantitative Biology

Higher degree by research

With close to 100 research groups and 400 PhD candidates and master’s research students, UQ is renowned for its marine research worldwide.

Contact one of our research group leaders to enquire about a topic and availability, or visit our research themes pages to see the breadth of our research disciplines.

• Doctor of Philosophy  (PhD)
• Master of Philosophy  (MPhil)

International partner programs

Students from selected international partner institutions can spend a semester studying marine and terrestrial ecosystems on one of UQ’s  international partner programs . 

If eligible, you’ll study with us for a semester that is based around blended fieldwork, laboratory skills and research.

The programs provide a comprehensive overview of biology, ecology and culture in the Australian and Pacific context.

Study locations include UQ’s marine stations on the Great Barrier Reef and in the Coral Sea, Fraser Island, Far North Queensland and Solomon Islands.

• Field experiences
• Scholarships

Photo: Lisa Kurtz

Watch our video

Interested in marine biology?  Meet Dr Mel Cowlishaw, she took the UQ Marine Biology major (YouTube, 1m:38s).

Facts & figures

• 135+ years of marine science experience
• 3rd in Australia for physical sciences (THE subject rankings 2022)

Marine Studies Institute

Australia has a vast marine jurisdiction with unique ocean and coastal ecosystems, many of which are poorly understood.

The accelerating changes in the climate, combined with land use practices, marine litter, fishing, shoreline industries and new risks, such as increasing ocean noise and potential deep-sea mining are presenting Australia and the global community with unprecedented challenges.

We are working to understand these challenges and expand the scientific, technical and legal know how to solve problems like biodiversity loss and food insecurity through a combination of cutting-edge research, education and leadership training.  

One Tree Island Research Station

Research into the history of the Great Barrier Reef at the University of Sydney research station at One Tree Island is helping us understand how it will cope with anthropogenic climate change. Researcher Associate Professor Jody Webster is leading a team of scientists in the School of Geosciences unlock the secrets of the reef by analysing historic cores of corals drilled from the reef.

Understanding beaches in estuaries and bays

Our expert:  Associate Professor Ana Vila-Concejo

Our partner:  NSW State Government

Sandy beaches in estuaries and bayes (BEBs) front and protect many coastal properties and infrastructures in the world. Many major cities have been built around estuaries.

One example is Sydney, where three estuaries are the core of some of the most densely populated and developed parts of the city: Botany Bay, Port Jackson (Sydney Harbour), and The Pittwater (Broken Bay).

The nature of estuarine beaches and their critical functions vary with distance from the mouth of the estuary, which is the source of wave and tidal energy, as well as often the dominant source of sand. Little research has been done in this field.

The management of sandy beaches is underpinned by morphodynamic classification models that were developed for “high energy” sandy beaches – beaches exposed to the full force of ocean swell (open ocean beaches). These models provide the framework for predicting beach response, for example to coastal engineering intervention, or to changes in wave energy and sea level.

Results from few published studies suggest that the wave energy gradient inside estuaries is the major control on the morphodynamics of sandy estuarine beaches. And that further research focused around this gradient is necessary to establish a final classification model for estuarine beaches that can inform management directed at sustaining beneficial roles of these beaches as storm buffers, recreational facilities, wildlife habitat, and protection of critical coastal wetlands.

We're investigating BEBs morphodynamics, evolution, and response to climate change as part of an expanding international consortium studying BEBs in Australia, New Zealand, Brazil, USA and Spain.

We have multiple projects in different BEBs and are undertaking:

• beach surveying using state-of-the-art techniques such as RTK or drones
• beach bathymetry using kayaks fitted with echosounders and RTKs
• sediment analyses and sediment transport studies
• hydrodynamic measurements waves and currents
• decadal and seasonal studies using GIS

Coral reef morphodynamics

Our experts:  Professor  Maria Byrne , Associate Professor  Ana Vila-Concejo , Dr Thomas Fellowes , Dr Tristan Salles

Coral reefs around the world are irreversibly transforming due to unprecedented rapid environmental change. Recent mass bleaching events have shown the impact of climate change driven marine heatwaves for coral reef health and the demise of reef structure.

Because returning coral reefs to their past healthy state is no longer an option, there is a pressing need to understand, quantify and model the impact of new environmental conditions on coral reefs. Coral reefs (and reef islands) are not inert features that will simply get destroyed or flooded with climate change.

While there is research that predicts a future of flooding and inhabitability for reef islands, other studies show that reef islands can even grow under climate change and advocate for more detailed eco-morphodynamic modelling.

This is of important for Australia as we are the custodians of some of the largest and most important coral reef regions on Earth – the Great Barrier Reef (GBR) and the Coral Sea. Many reef islands in these regions are threatened by climate change and are internationally important as the legal ‘baseline’ from which Australia’s maritime zones are drawn.

Recent years have shown the vulnerability of the corals (and coral islands) is widespread with episodes of bleaching, ocean acidification, sediment plumes, cyclones, and, threatening species such as crown of thorns starfish.

With climate change, reefs face accelerated changes that will affect ecosystem services such as coastal protection. The health of coral reefs and sediment producing organisms will be less impacted by incremental global warming and acidification than by increasingly frequent marine heatwaves and storms.

There are key knowledge gaps in quantifying carbonate sediment budgets and productivity, wave dissipation and sediment transport, and reef and island resilience. This needs to be addressed using multidisciplinary approach using field data, remote sensing and numerical modelling.

We aim to understand coral reef morphodynamics, wave dissipation and sediment transport by examining:

• decadal studies using GIS
• surveying using state-of-the-art techniques, RTK and drones
• hydrodynamic measurements (waves and currents)
• numerical models of wave dissipation on coral reefs

Unravelling a trace element fingerprint for low-temperature dolomite formation in the Great Australian Bight

Our expert:  Dr Bree Morgan

Formation of dolomite [CaMg(CO3)2], a highly-stable carbonate mineral, has been central to maintaining the stability of Earth’s global climate over geologic timescales.

There's a disproportionate paucity of dolomite in modern times comparative to its widespread abundance in the deep past, referred to as the ‘Dolomite Problem’, one of the longest standing unresolved mysteries in the natural sciences.

The overarching objective of this project is to decipher a trace element signature for the formation of low temperature dolomite, with the goal of gaining wider insight into the mysterious mechanisms promoting dolomite formation in modern and ancient sediments.

The target samples are dolomite-containing, Pleistocene-aged sediments collected from a mesohaline seep (Leg 182) in the Great Australian Bight.

We will complete a detailed assessment of (i) bulk Mg, Ca and trace element (Mn, Sr, Re, As, Sb, Ba, Cd, Mo, Ni, Cu, Zn, V, Cr, Co, U, Y & REE) concentrations in samples by ICP-MS analysis of selective digests, (ii) μ-scale distribution of trace elements in sediments by μ-XRF and LA-ICP-MS analysis of sample thin sections, and (iii) high resolution crystallographic information (quantitative mineral abundances, d104 peak position values of dolomite, crystallite size, and morphology) using XRD, SEM and TEM.

Our findings intend to complement current funded research into the trace element signatures of rare Holocene dolomite, forming in saline playa lake sediments in South Australia and British Columbia.

Events and further research

Collaborate with us, find a supervisor, co-director, useful links.

• MSI research website
• Women’s Marine Network

Institute University of Sydney Marine Studies

• +61 2 9036 9245
• +61 2 9351 3000 (Director)
• [email protected]
• Room 308, Eastern Ave Madsen F09

Latest news

How plate tectonics has maintained earth's 'goldilocks' climate, the strange mechanics of pregnancy in one australian shark, endangered delicacy: tropical sea cucumbers in trouble.

Researchers are calling for better protection of tropical sea cucumbers in the Great Barrier Reef whose numbers are dwindling due to persistent and increasing overharvesting.

Lone changer: fish camouflage better without friends nearby

Male seahorses develop placentas to support their growing babies.

• University Home
• Current Students
• Staff Intranet

Marine Studies Institute

The University of Sydney

WELCOME TO THE MARINE STUDIES INSTITUTE (MSI): THE PUBLIC FACE OF MARINE SCIENCE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY, WITH MORE THAN 150 YEARS OF MARINE SCIENCE TEACHING AND RESEARCH.

MSI Current Research Projects

Marine Science Institute projects.

Explore Current Projects >

Marine Science Institute

Teaching & courses, study marine science with us.

Postgraduate courses

Graduate Certificate in Marine Science and Management

Graduate Diploma in Marine Science and Management

Master of Marine Science and Management

Get to know the passionate marine scientists leading our institute.

See all important reportage and notifications about the Marine Science Institute.

University of Sydney Marine Science Past Student Profiles

Monique Webb

Beka Dowsett

Elizabeth Warwick-Champion

Join our newsletter

Marine biology and ocean science

• Study areas

Marine biologists and ocean scientists use contemporary tools and technology to study the different processes that shape our marine environments and the spectacular diversity of marine organisms within them.

Our experts investigate phenomena from local to global scales, from microscopic phytoplankton to cetacean megafauna to coral reef ecology. They also study the physics of ocean currents and the chemical and biological influences on the carbon cycle and their influence on climate change.

Learning from our experts, you’ll gain a range of technical skills, including water-quality sampling, using marine technology, remote sensing skills, spatial skills, big data analyses, marine organism identification, and more.

You’ll explore marine and coastal environmental protection, physical and biological oceanography, sedimentology, coral reef ecology and conservation, marine geoscience, environmental geochemistry, coastal and catchment processes, ecology and evolution of marine invertebrates, fisheries and aquaculture.

UQ marine biology and ocean science graduates work in varied fields as marine park managers, technicians in fisheries or aquaculture, ecological consultants, oceanographers, marine conservationists, science communicators, and more.

Why choose marine biology and ocean science at UQ? 

You’ll learn alongside award-winning researchers and teaching specialists who are world leaders in their fields and many of whom are part of the Centre for Marine Science .

You’ll develop critical and creative thinking skills, and apply the communication and quantitative toolkit you’ll need for your future career.

You’ll also gain hands-on experiences through workshops, practicals and excursions, or field trips to some of Australia’s most pristine ecosystems and research stations, including Moreton Bay Research Station on Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island) and Heron Island Research Station on the Great Barrier Reef.

Choose your program

Browse our programs within this study area.

For answers to frequently asked questions, and information about program structures, applications, fees and student life, visit  Study at UQ .

• Undergraduate and honours
• Postgraduate coursework
• Higher degree by research
• Coastal and Ocean Science minor
• Marine Biology minor
• Bachelor of Environmental Science
• Coastal and Ocean Science major
• Marine Biology major
• Coastal and Ocean Science field of study
• Marine Biology field of study
• Graduate Certificate in Conservation Biology
• Graduate Certificate in Environmental Management
• Graduate Diploma in Environmental Management
• Master of Conservation Biology
• Master of Conservation Science
• Master of Environmental Management
• Master of Philosophy
• Doctor of Philosophy

Personalise your experience

Marine biology.

• Arrow-right #1 University in Australia

Major overview

Available in these courses

Marine biology is much more than just swimming with dolphins – it is the key to understanding and responding to important issues facing our planet, like global warming and the impact of tourism and pollution on our oceans.

You’ll become an expert in marine biological systems, and in the application of ecological principles and environmental management strategies.

You’ll also develop a breadth of knowledge across many disciplines, from biological sciences such as botany and zoology to the physical sciences of chemistry, geography and oceanography.

You may then decide to explore careers in commercial aquaculture, environmental monitoring, research or tourism (and yes, that may include swimming with dolphins).

Related study areas

• Biological sciences
• Earth and environmental sciences
• Environment

Marine and coastal science

Explore all aspects of the marine environment

Marine and coastal science looks at all aspects of the marine environment, encompassing many disciplines. Within the School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences (BEES), marine and coastal science can be studied with an emphasis on biology, Earth sciences or oceanography. Marine biologists look at life on the shore and in the oceans and estuaries, whereas marine geologists study the structure and topography of the ocean floor, ocean sedimentation and marine resources. Physical oceanography is focused on understanding waves, currents and their importance to climate and fisheries.

Gain a competitive edge with a UNSW degree

We're ranked 36th in the world for Earth & marine science. * UNSW is home to the Centre for Marine Science and Innovation , which provides plenty of opportunities to experience real-world marine research. The Centre’s expertise and experience covers a multidisciplinary mix of ecological and biological sciences, physical and biological oceanography, environmental impact assessment, coastal geomorphology and engineering.

Career opportunities in marine and coastal science

With 85% of Australian’s living near the coast, Australia has a large and growing “blue economy” involving tourism, fisheries, transport, energy and aquaculture. Managing our marine resources requires marine scientists that can work across a range of disciplines including engineering, conservation, biology, physics, geomorphology, chemistry, oceanography and palaeontology. Graduates find employment in many different government departments and research organisations (for example, fisheries, marine parks, museums, CSIRO, the Australian Institute of Marine Science, universities) as well as in the tourism industry. Graduates may also enjoy work in the aquaculture and marine biotechnology industry and growing sectors of private industry, such as consultant companies undertaking specialist research in resource and environmental fields.

Environmental study areas

If you're passionate about the environment, studying science is a great way to have a meaningful impact through almost all disciplines. In addition to marine and coastal science, you might be interested in studying  biology ,  climate science ,  Earth science ,  ecology,   environmental management ,  geography  or  physical oceanography.

Our programs

You can study marine and coastal science in the following undergraduate degrees:

• Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours)
• Bachelor of Environmental Management
• Bachelor of Science

Gain research experience and enhance your career prospects with an honours degree. These programs are designed to connect your undergraduate study with supervised independent research. An honours degree also provides a pathway into further study, such as a Masters by Research or PhD. You can take honours as a standalone degree or as part of an embedded honours program.

Embedded honours program

• Bachelor of Advance Science (Honours)

Standalone honours program

• Bachelor of Science (Honours)

You can study marine and coastal science in the following postgraduate coursework program: 

• Master of Marine Science and Management

You can study marine and coastal science in the following postgraduate research degrees:

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Master of Philosophy (MPhil)
• Masters by Research

Visit the School of Biological, Earth & Environmental Sciences

*QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023

• Grant programs
• Research & activities
• National Marine Mammal Data Portal
• National Disentanglement Network
• Dr Elanor Bell
• Dr Brian Miller
• Research community

Dr Elanor M. Bell, BSc (Hons), PhD

I am a microbial ecologist by training but have turned my hand from whale food to the whales themselves. The connection is my love of extreme environments, in particular the poles, and conservation.

I began my scientific career with a degree in Environmental Biology from St. Andrews University, Scotland. I went on to do doctoral research at the Nottingham University, UK, but spent much of the time wintering at the Australian Davis Station in eastern Antarctica studying the microbial food webs in the saline lakes of the Vestfold Hills. Following this, I took a break from microbes to study seahorses in warmer climes during a conservation-oriented post-doctoral position at McGill University, Canada. It was this posting that inspired me to apply my research to conservation-oriented questions.

From Canada I moved to the University of Potsdam, Germany, and remained there for 6 years on various postdoctoral fellowships, studying the microbial ecology of a suite of extreme environments from extremely acidic lakes, through Arctic and Antarctic freshwater systems, to Antarctic marine benthos, water columns and sea ice. During this time I spent a second winter in the Antarctic and a season in the Canadian High Arctic investigating the survival strategies that microbes employ at extremes.

In 2007, I became a lecturer at the Scottish Association for Marine Science /University of the Highlands and Islands in Oban, on the west coast of Scotland. I continued my microbial research, specifically viruses and bacteria, and undertook more fieldwork in both the Antarctic and Arctic. I led a course on Marine Conservation and also taught elements of Microbial Ecology, Polar Seas, Marine Resources, Marine Zoology and Defining the Carbon Cycle.

I started work at the Australian Marine Mammal Centre in early 2012. I now combine my passion for conservation and the polar marine environment with experience of coordinating multi-national research projects in my role of Southern Ocean Research Partnership Coordinator.

Selected publications

van den Hoff, J. & Bell, E.M. The ciliate Mesodinium rubrum and its cryptophyte prey in Antarctic aquatic environments. Polar Biology , 38(8): 1305-1310, DOI 10.1007/s00300-015-1686-z.

Laybourn-Parry, J. & Bell, E.M. (2014) Ace Lake: three decades of research on a meromictic, Antarctic lake. Polar Biology, DOI 10.1007/s00300-014-1553-3 .

Cathalot C., Lansard B., Hall P.O.J., Tengberg A., Almroth-Rosell E., Apler A., Calder L., Bell E. & C. Rabouille (2012). Influence of a fish farm on oxygen sediment uptake rates in the Loch Creran (Scotland). Aquatic Geochemistry, 18 (6): 515-541, DOI: 10.1007/s10498-012-9181-4 .

Bielewicz, S. , Bell, E. , Kong, W., Iddo, F., Priscu, J.C., & Morgan-Kiss, R.M. 2010. Distribution of micro-eukaryotes during the transition to polar night in a permanently ice-covered Antarctic lake. ISME, DOI:10.1038/ismej.2011.23.

Bell, E.M. & Weithoff, G. 2008. Spring and early summer recruitment of Heliozoa, rhizopods and rotifers from the sediments of an acidic lake. Lakes and Reservoirs: Research and Management , 13: 105-115.

Soltwedel, T., Lansard, B., Gilbert, F., Hasemann, C., Bell, E. , Sablotny, B., Eagle, M., Kershaw, P., Rabouille, C., 2008. An "Integrated Sediment Disturber" (ISD) to study the impact of repeated physical perturbations on the sediment geochemistry and related effects on the small benthic biota. Limnology and Oceanography Methods, 6: 307-318.

Bell, E ., Apitz, S.E., Breuer, E. et al . 2008. Integrating New Technologies for the Study of Benthic Ecosystems Response to Human Activity: Towards a Coastal Ocean Benthic Observatory (COBO). Proceedings of the Italian Association of Oceanology and Limnology, 19, Part 1: 73-78.

Park, T-G., Bell, E.M ., Pearce, I., Rublee, P.A., Bolch, C.J.S., Hallegraeff, G.M. 2007. Detection of a novel ecotype of Pfiesteria piscicida (Dinophyceae) in an Antarctic saline lake by real time PCR. Polar Biology , 30: 843-848.

Pearce, I., Davidson, A.T., Bell, E.M ., Wright, S. 2007. Seasonal changes in the concentration and metabolic activity of bacteria and viruses at an Antarctic coastal site. Aquatic Microbial Ecology, 47: 11-23.

Bell, E.M ., Weithoff, G. & Gaedke, U. 2006. Seasonal dynamics and growth of Actinophrys sol (Sarcodina: Heliozoa), the top predator in an extremely acidic lake. Freshwater Biology , 51: 1149-1161.

Schmidtke, A., Bell, E.M. & Weithoff, G. 2006. Grazing impact of the mixotrophic flagellate Ochromonas sp. (Chrysophyceae) on bacteria. Journal of Plankton Research, 98: 991-1001.

Apitz, S.E., Bell, E.M. , Damgaard, L., Gilbert, F., Glud, R.N. , Hall, P.O.J., Kershaw, P.J., Nickell, L.A., Parker, R., Rabouille, C., Shimmield, G.B., Solan, M., Soltwedel, T., Spagnoli, F. & Witte, U. itemIDitemID1452E2005. Coastal Ocean Benthic Observatories (COBO): Integrated tools for the in situ observation and study of benthic ecosystem biogeochemical processes. Abstracts Of Papers Of The American Chemical Society. 230 :1791-1792.

Kamjunke, N., Gaedke, U., Tittel, J., Weithoff, G. & Bell, E.M . 2004. Strong vertical differences in the plankton composition of an extremely acidic lake. Archiv für Hydrobiologie , 161: 289-306.

Bell, E.M. & Laybourn-Parry, J. 2003. Mixotrophy in the Antarctic phytoflagellate, Pyramimonas gelidicola . Journal of Phycology, 39 : 644-649.

Bell, E.M ., Lockyear, J.F., Schulz, J., Marsden, A.D. & Vincent, A.C.J. 2003. First field studies of an endangered South African seahorse, Hippocampus capensis . Environmental Biology of Fishes , 67 : 35-46.

Bell, E.M. & Weithoff, G. 2003. The role of microbial recruitment in benthic-pelagic coupling. Journal of Marine Biology and Ecology 285/286: 205-219.

Raffaelli, D., Bell, E.M. et al . 2003. Dealing with the ups and downs of benthic ecology. Journal of Marine Biology and Ecology 285/286: 191-203.

Tittel, J., Bissinger, V., Zippel, B., Gaedke, U., Bell, E.M. , Lorke, A. & Kamjunke, N. 2003. Mixotrophs combine resource use to out-compete specialists: implications for aquatic food webs. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences , U.S.A. , 100 : 12776-12781.

Bell, E.M. and Vincent, A.C.J. 2000. Gasterosteiforms. Encyclopaedia Britannica .

Laybourn-Parry, J., Roberts, E.C. & Bell, E.M. 2000. Mixotrophy as a survival strategy in Antarctic lakes. In: W. Davidson, C. Howard-Williams & P. Broady (eds.) Antarctic Ecosystems: Models for Wider Ecological Understanding , The Caxton Press, Christchurch, New Zealand, pp. 33-40.

Bell, E.M. & Laybourn-Parry, J. 1999. Annual plankton dynamics in an Antarctic saline lake. Freshwater Biology , 41 : 507-519.

Bell, E.M. & Laybourn-Parry, J. 1999. The plankton community of a young, eutrophic, Antarctic saline lake. Polar Biology , 22 : 248-253.

Laybourn-Parry, J., Bell, E.M . & Roberts, E.C. 1999. Growth of Protozoa in Antarctic lakes. Polar Biology , 23 : 443-451.

Maranzana, G., Bell, E. , Bozo, S. & Talarico, L. 1996. Response of the red alga Audouinella saviana (meneghini) woelkerling to cadmium: Preliminary observations. Giornale Botanico Italiano , 130 (4-6): 76-79.

Bell, E.M . (Ed.) 2012. Life at Extremes: Environments, Organisms and Strategies for Survival. CAB International, Wallingford, United Kingdom, pp. 554.

Book chapters

Narayanaswamy, B.E., Menot, L., Rowden, A., Lamont, P., Bett, B.J. & Bell, E. 2015, In Press . Corers and grabs. In: Clark, M., Consalvey, M. & Rowden, A. (Eds). Biological Sampling in the Deep-Sea. Wiley-Blackwell, pp.488.

Bell, E.M. 2012. Alkaline environments and alkaliphiles. In: Bell, E.M. (Ed.) Life at Extremes: Environments, Organisms and Strategies for Survival. CAB International, Wallingford, United Kingdom, pp. 380-401.

Bell, E.M. 2012. Concluding remarks. In: Bell, E.M. (Ed.) Life at Extremes: Environments, Organisms and Strategies for Survival. CAB International, Wallingford, United Kingdom, pp. 537-540.

Bell, E.M. & Callaghan, T.V. 2012. What are extreme environments and what lives in them? In: Bell, E.M. (Ed.) Life at Extremes: Environments, Organisms and Strategies for Survival. CAB International, Wallingford, United Kingdom, pp. 1-12.

Bell, E.M. & Heuer, V. 2012. The Deep Biosphere: deep subterranean and subseafloor habitats. In: Bell, E.M. (Ed.) Life at Extremes: Environments, Organisms and Strategies for Survival. CAB International, Wallingford, United Kingdom, pp. 345-363.

Laybourn-Parry, J. & Bell, E.M. 2012. High altitude and latitude lakes. In: Bell, E.M. (Ed.) Life at Extremes: Environments, Organisms and Strategies for Survival. CAB International, Wallingford, United Kingdom, pp. 103-121.

Arora, R. & Bell, E.M . 2012. Biotechnological Applications of Extremophiles: Promise and Prospects. In: Bell, E.M. (Ed.) Life at Extremes: Environments, Organisms and Strategies for Survival. CAB International, Wallingford, United Kingdom, pp. 498-521.

Gómez, F.G., Barták, M. & Bell, E.M. 2012. Extreme environments on Earth as analogues for life on other planets: Astrobiology. In: Bell, E.M. (Ed.) Life at Extremes: Environments, Organisms and Strategies for Survival. CAB International, Wallingford, United Kingdom, pp. 522-536.

Commissioned reports

Department of the Environment. 2013. Coordinated research framework to assess the national conservation status of Australian snubfin dolphins ( Orcaella heinsohni ) and other tropical inshore dolphins. pp. 25.

Bell, E. , Brennan, R., Nickell, T., Potts, T., Valcic, B. & Wilson, H. 2010. Making the case for sound management of Marine Protected Areas. Commissioned report for Scottish Environment LINK. Scottish Association for Marine Science Internal Report 267. pp. 93.

IWC reports

Bell, E.M. (2014) Annual report of Southern Ocean Research Partnership (SORP) 2013/14. Submitted to the Scientific Committee of the International Whaling Commission. SC/65b/SH12.

Bell, E.M. (2013) Annual report of Southern Ocean Research Partnership (SORP) 2012/13. Submitted to the Scientific Committee of the International Whaling Commission. SC/65a/O11.

Bell, E.M. (2012) Annual report of Southern Ocean Research Partnership (SORP) 2011/12. Submitted to the Scientific Committee of the International Whaling Commission. SC/64/O13.

Are you satisfied with the job search?

Sign up or login to continue

• Receive alerts for relevant job opportunities
• Save opportunities and keep track of your applied jobs
• Follow your favourite employers
• Access free Careers Advice, resources and more!

Marine Biology Graduate Jobs and Graduate Programs in Australia

1 - 20 of 31 results.

Nestle Youth Entrepreneurship Platform (YEP)

Sign up or login to apply

Available locations

• Regional New South Wales
• Regional Northern Territory
• Regional Queensland
• Regional South Australia
• Regional Tasmania
• Regional Victoria
• Regional Western Australia

Hires applicants with degrees in

• Actuarial Studies
• Administration
• Agriculture
• Architecture
• Arts and Humanities
• Banking and Finance
• Business and Commerce
• Communications
• Computer Science
• Construction
• Customer Service
• Cyber Security
• Data Science and Analytics
• Design and User Experience
• Engineering
• Engineering Aerospace/Aeronautical
• Engineering Chemical/Processing
• Engineering Civil/Structural
• Engineering Electrical
• Engineering Environmental
• Engineering Geotechnical
• Engineering Mechanical
• Engineering Mechatronics
• Engineering Mining
• Engineering Petroleum
• Engineering Software
• Environment
• Fast Moving Consumer Goods
• Food Technology
• Funds Management
• Horticulture
• Hospitality, Sports and Tourism
• Human Resources
• Industrial Design
• Information Systems
• Information Technology
• Intelligence
• Investment Banking
• Logistics and Supply Chain
• Marine Biology
• Marketing and Sales
• Mathematics
• Media and Advertising
• Mining Oil and Gas
• Planning and Surveying
• Procurement
• Project Management
• Recruitment
• Research and Development
• Telecommunications

Nestle is empowering young innovators to shape the future of food.

Australian Government Graduate Program - Generalist Stream

Australian Government Graduate Program

Graduate Jobs

• Exercise Physiology
• Health Policy, Promotion and Administration
• Medical and Biomedical Science
• Nursing and Midwifery
• Pharmacy and Pharmacology
• Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and Rehabilitation
• Psychology, Counselling and Social Work
• Radiography and Medical Imaging
• Speech Pathology

As a Generalist Stream graduate, you will have the opportunity to work on contemporary policy and programs within the Australian Government.

DCCEEW Graduate Development Program

Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW)

The Graduate Development Program is a pathway for graduates into our department. Our 12-month program is designed to develop your skills, capabilities and knowledge and set you up for a successful career in the Australian Public Service.

NIAA 2025 Graduate Program - Science

National Indigenous Australians Agency

We are seeking candidates who are passionate and want to make a real difference by contributing to work that ensures Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are heard, recognised and empowered.

Notify Me - bp Graduate Jobs

• Melbourne - CBD and Inner Suburbs, AU
• Engineering Aerospace Aeronautical
• Engineering Chemical Processing
• Engineering Civil Structural

Turn on notifications for bp's Graduate Jobs and be one of the first to apply when applications open.

Notify Me - CommBank Graduate Jobs

• North Sydney
• Regional ACT
• Health Policy and Administration
• Hospitality Sports and Tourism
• Physio and Occupational Therapy
• Psychology and Counselling

Turn on notifications for CommBank's Graduate Jobs and be one of the first to apply when applications open.

Notify Me - IAG Graduate Jobs

Turn on notifications for IAG's Graduate Jobs and be one of the first to apply when applications open.

Notify Me - Department of Defence Graduate Jobs

Department of Defence

Turn on notifications for Department of Defence's Graduate Jobs and be one of the first to apply when applications open.

Notify Me - Hatch Graduate Jobs

Turn on notifications for Hatch's Graduate Jobs and be one of the first to apply when applications open.

Notify Me - Accenture Graduate Jobs

• New South Wales

Turn on notifications for Accenture's Graduate Jobs and be one of the first to apply when applications open.

Notify Me - NRW Holdings Graduate Jobs

NRW Holdings

• Western Australia

Turn on notifications for NRW Holdings's Graduate Jobs and be one of the first to apply when applications open.

Notify Me - BDO Graduate Jobs

• Sunshine Coast

Turn on notifications for BDO's Graduate Jobs and be one of the first to apply when applications open.

Notify Me - Jemena-Zinfra Graduate Jobs

Jemena-Zinfra

• Melbourne - Bayside and South Eastern Suburbs
• Melbourne - Eastern Suburbs
• Melbourne - Northern Suburbs
• Melbourne - Western Suburbs
• Port Melbourne
• South Brisbane

Turn on notifications for Jemena-Zinfra's Graduate Jobs and be one of the first to apply when applications open.

Notify Me - Rio Tinto Graduate Jobs

• Invercargill
• New Zealand
• Northern Territory

Turn on notifications for Rio Tinto's Graduate Jobs and be one of the first to apply when applications open.

Notify Me - Sydney Water Graduate Jobs

Sydney Water

Turn on notifications for Sydney Water's Graduate Jobs and be one of the first to apply when applications open.

Notify Me - Hydro Tasmania Graduate Jobs

Hydro Tasmania

Turn on notifications for Hydro Tasmania's Graduate Jobs and be one of the first to apply when applications open.

Notify Me - The Arnott’s Group Graduate Jobs

The Arnott’s Group

• Huntingwood
• St Leonards

Turn on notifications for The Arnott’s Group's Graduate Jobs and be one of the first to apply when applications open.

Notify Me - Chevron Australia Graduate Jobs

Chevron Australia

Turn on notifications for Chevron Australia's Graduate Jobs and be one of the first to apply when applications open.

Notify Me - Westpac Group Graduate Jobs

Westpac Group

Turn on notifications for Westpac Group's Graduate Jobs and be one of the first to apply when applications open.

Notify Me - Arcadis Australia Pacific Graduate Jobs

Arcadis Australia Pacific

Turn on notifications for Arcadis Australia Pacific's Graduate Jobs and be one of the first to apply when applications open.

There is no Jobs Guide for this search.

Too many applications, too little time?

Simplify things with our handy template for tracking jobs

Related Searches

• Business and Commerce Graduate Jobs in Sydney  ( 80 )
• Business and Commerce Graduate Jobs in Melbourne  ( 67 )
• Information Technology Graduate Jobs in Sydney  ( 65 )
• Computer Science Graduate Jobs in Sydney  ( 64 )
• Engineering Graduate Jobs in Sydney  ( 58 )
• Banking and Finance Graduate Jobs in Sydney  ( 53 )
• Information Systems Graduate Jobs in Sydney  ( 51 )
• Business and Commerce Graduate Jobs in Brisbane  ( 51 )
• Accounting Graduate Jobs in Melbourne  ( 50 )
• Information Technology Graduate Jobs in Melbourne  ( 50 )
• Engineering - Software Graduate Jobs in Sydney  ( 48 )
• Accounting Graduate Jobs in Sydney  ( 48 )
• Banking and Finance Graduate Jobs in Melbourne  ( 44 )
• Business and Commerce Graduate Jobs in Canberra  ( 43 )
• Mathematics Graduate Jobs in Sydney  ( 43 )
• Computer Science Graduate Jobs in Melbourne  ( 43 )
• Economics Graduate Jobs in Sydney  ( 42 )
• Information Technology Graduate Jobs in Brisbane  ( 40 )
• Banking and Finance Graduate Jobs in Brisbane  ( 40 )
• Economics Graduate Jobs in Melbourne  ( 39 )

Enter an employer or university you want to find in our search bar.

Enjoy this post? Rate it!

Top 5 Australian universities to pursue Marine Biology in Australia

Studying at top universities to pursue marine biology in australia can provide valuable networking opportunities. you will also interact with researchers and fellow students who share your passion for marine biology. keep reading to learn more, table of contents, a career in marine biology | what to expect, academic recognition, numerous options for study abroad scholarships, work with a student visa, no language barrier, good weather, the university of adelaide (uoa), unsw sydney– university of new south wales, university of newcastle, western australia university (uwa), university of tasmania (utas), key takeaways.

If you’re seeking Universities to pursue Marine Biology in Australia and have a passion for environmental conservation, a love for the ocean, and a desire to impact the world while excelling in a competitive field, a career in Marine Biology is an ideal fit. In this role, you’ll study a diverse range of marine life, from tiny bacteria and algae to vast marine mammals, and explore the complex chemical and physical properties of the oceans. This field offers an exciting opportunity to delve into marine ecosystems. Let’s delve into why these Australian universities are outstanding choices for your academic and professional aspirations in Marine Biology.

Benefits of studying in Australia

For a country with a population of only 23 million people, Australia has a long history of having some of the best research institutions in the world. Many of Australia’s 43 major universities have world-class academic programs in science subjects such as Chemistry , Geology, Biology, Zoology and Wildlife, Mathematics, and Engineering. It makes Australia a great addition to any student’s professional resume, regardless of their field of study.

In order to make your international experience as affordable as possible, there is yet another fantastic resource available. Over $200 million is set aside annually by the Australian government, specifically for international students enrolling in Australian universities. Students worldwide are eligible to apply for these funds, but they have to fulfill some eligibility criteria such as grade requirements, financial need, and so on. Any student who gets admission to study abroad in Australia should check with the university’s financial aid division to see if they are eligible for scholarships.

Although having a student visa is necessary to study in Australian institutes, the benefits that come with it make Australia stand out from other countries. Those who have a student visa can work in Australia. Working while studying in Australia can significantly lower the price of an already reasonably priced learning experience.

On the campuses of their respective universities, students can work for 40 hours per two weeks in jobs that only call for rudimentary skills, such as grocery stores, food and beverage delivery, or even in a variety of other capacities. These jobs frequently cover most, if not all, of the expenses related to rent, groceries, utilities, and possibly even some tuition, which can significantly lower the cost of studying abroad in Australia.

An international student may face a significant language barrier challenge that has an impact on almost every aspect of life, including daily activities such as grocery shopping and even just reading street signs. English is the official language of Australia, and most of its population is fluent in it. International students do not need to learn any other language to stay in Australia.

Australia’s climate ranges from mildly warm to oppressively hot year-round, with Victoria in the far south serving as an exception. Hence, living in Australia can be a pleasant experience.

5 best universities to pursue Marine Biology in Australia

This university has a rich history that dates back to 1874. It is home to a thriving community of students and staff who care about making an impact.

The university ranks among the top 1 percent globally and is famous among the world’s top 100 universities in 23 subject areas(according to QS World University Rankings by Subject and Academic Ranking of World Universities by Subject)

The institution is also a member of the prestigious Group of Eight research-intensive universities.

The University of Adelaide has been in the top 100 in the world for Earth and Marine Sciences and is the best in South Australia. They are also No. 1 in South Australia for careers in Environmental Science.

Their Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology focuses on modern domestic and international marine biology practices.

Its Center for Marine Science and Innovation focuses on studying fundamental knowledge about the functions, processes, interactions, and changes in the marine environment. Hence, this university ranks among Australia’s top marine biology universities. Its research is used to create cutting-edge solutions for managing and conserving marine life.

UNSW students are experts in various fields, including Coastal Geomorphology, Engineering, Physical and Biological Oceanography, Ecological impact assessment, and Ecology and Biology.

As a student, you can access a wide range of approaches and methods specific to the field thanks to this institution’s multidisciplinary and cross-institutional Master of Marine Science and Management course .

The university’s Marine Biology course will allow you to observe the marine environment up close while learning from some of the well-known experts in the marine biology field. Newcastle University has a strong emphasis on practical learning.

Its goal is to develop and educate marine biologists who will be able to address world problems. You will therefore have a special experience at the University of Newcastle, where you will also gain the knowledge and skills necessary for achieving success in your career.

With up to 80% of fish, invertebrates, and other organisms found nowhere else in the world, Western Australia’s marine environment is a biodiversity hotspot, making WA the perfect living lab for your research.

The demand for marine science professionals is increasing as a result of complex problems like climate change, population growth, food production, and declining natural resources.

Oceanography, marine and coastal management, and marine biology and ecology will all be covered in UWA’s marine biology major.

UTAS offers one of the best programs in the world for temperate marine studies and is the only marine and Antarctic science degree in Australia. It is also a well-known marine biology university.

The university equips you with the knowledge and skills necessary for a career in the marine, fisheries, aquaculture, and Antarctic sectors, which are all expanding and becoming increasingly important globally.

The university combines the love of science, the outdoors, and adventure that helps you understand natural and physical sciences.

You can accomplish this through a career in research or the sustainable aquaculture sector, which is more practical.

• Marine biologists study all marine life, from invertebrates, fish, seabirds, and marine mammals to plants, algae, and bacteria. They also study the chemical and physical properties of the world’s oceans and their impact on marine life.
• Australia offers numerous scholarships to international students, world-class education, and work opportunities on a student visa. Australia’s official language is English. Hence, international students do not need to learn a foreign language to stay in Australia.
• UNSW Sydney– University of New South Wales, University of Tasmania (UTAS), The University of Adelaide (UoA), and the University of Newcastle are some of the top universities to pursue marine biology in Australia.

Did you like this blog? If yes, please share your thoughts in the comments section.

Click here to learn more about international universities and Universities to pursue Marine Biology in Australia. We would be delighted to answer your queries.

Liked this blog? Read next: University Of Maryland Courses | Your handy guide!

Q1. How can I become a Marine Biologist in Australia?

Ans- A biology degree with a focus on Marine Biology is necessary to work as a marine biologist in Australia. These are often bachelor’s degrees, and prerequisites in English, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, and Biology are the typical requirements. You can become a Marine Biologist if you fulfill all these requirements.

Q2. Do Marine biologists get well-paid jobs in Australia?

Ans- Yes, a Marine Biologist makes an average of AUD 111,281 per year.

Q3. How long does it take to complete the Marine Biology course in Australia?

Ans- Most Marine Biology degrees in Australia last 3–4 years. Postgraduate education, such as a Master’s or Ph.D., often requires a few more years.

How useful was this post?

Click on a star to rate it!

Average rating 4.1 / 5. Vote count: 19

No votes so far! Be the first to rate this post.

People also liked

Top study destinations for various engineering branches

Clarkson University | Top 10 undergraduate programs

An essential guide to the grading system in the USA

Extracurricular activities | Striking the perfect balance between academics and fun

Exploring Canada’s leading programs in Master of Renewable Energy

How to calculate CGPA in engineering | A comprehensive guide

Leave a reply cancel reply.

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Start your journey with iSchoolConnect

Need help with your study abroad applications? Try iSchoolConnect for free!

• Where to Study? USA | UK | Canada | Australia | Singapore | Netherlands | Ireland | Germany | New Zealand
• Tests and Preparation GRE | GMAT | IELTS | TOEFL | SAT | PTE
• Visa Process Student visa for USA | Student visa for Canada | Student visa for UK
• Programs and Universities How to choose a university? | How to choose a career? | University interview tips
• Application Process How to apply? | Letter of Recommendation (LOR) | Essay and Statement of Purpose (SOP) | Document checklist | Finance documents
• Fees and Finances Cost of studying abroad | How to apply for scholarships? | Types of scholarships | Student loan | Accommodation | Part-time jobs
• Calculators Calculate your chances of studying abroad | Calculate cost of studying abroad | Which scholarship are you eligible for?

Australia's tropical marine research agency

• Research topics
• Partnerships
• Information centre

Latest News

Delivering real, measurable, and positive impact to Australia

AIMS' Annual Summary Report of Coral Reef Condition 2022/2023 is now available

Australia’s tropical marine technology test range

• YouTube channel Dive into our science stories

Environmental Issues

Technological Solutions

Monitoring and Discovery

Featured Projects

Partner with us

Work with us

Scroll to top

Keep in touch

Sign up to our newsletter.

• Attributing AIMS
• Copyright notice
• Privacy Policy

AIMS acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as Australia's first scientists. We pay our deepest respects to Elders past, present and future, and the custodians of the land and sea country on which we work. Learn more about our commitment to Indigenous partnerships.

Quick links

• Skip to main content

• All countries /
• Australasia /
• Australia /
• All study levels /
• Postgraduate /
• Applied and Pure Sciences /
• Marine Biology

5 Universities in Australia offering Postgraduate Marine Biology degrees and courses

More Information

Are you looking for Postgraduate courses in Marine Biology? Here you can find course providers offering full-time, part-time, online or distance learning options.

You've reached your limit of 10 Favourites

UNSW Sydney - University of New South Wales

THE World Ranking: 84

University of Newcastle

THE World Ranking: 201

University of Tasmania (UTAS)

THE World Ranking: 251

James Cook University

THE World Ranking: 351

The University of Western Australia (UWA)

THE World Ranking: 143

There are more Marine Biology courses available in Australasia

• New South Wales (inc. Sydney)
• Queensland (inc. Brisbane)
• Tasmania (inc. Hobart)
• Western Australia (inc. Perth)
• Study level:
• Postgraduate
• Graduate Certificates & Diplomas
• Masters Degrees
• Doctoral Degrees
• Study mode:

Filter your results

Tell us about you.

• Nationality Select country Select country
• My current qualification is from Select country Yes No Select country Select country
• Current qualification {0} is not applicable for the study level you selected below. Qualification Qualification
• Grade type (only one grade type for your qualification) Grade type Grade type
• My score (current or expected) Please select Please select Please select Please select Please select Please select

Tell us your preferences

• Subject Marine Biology
• Qualification Postgraduate
• Destination Australia
• Study options
• Annual tuition fees

Subject areas

Qualification, destination.

• The UConn School of Business has grown to become one of the most comprehensive business schools in the country.
• NEW: Want to study in your home country for a foreign qualification? Find out more about cross-border study!

Study Marine Biology

When you study marine biology in the Bachelor of Science at JCU, you will learn from world-leaders in marine and coastal ecosystems, with the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef on your doorstep.

• Bachelor of Science

What is Marine Biology?

Marine biology is the scientific study of animals, plants and organisms within the ocean and other saltwater environments. It is also the study of how these elements interact with the marine environment as marine and coastal ecosystems.

Marine biology also involves studying the impact that humans have on the marine environment, and how oceans and the atmosphere interact. In other words, marine biology is also interconnected with climate science and the study of global warming, and with ocean conservation.

Marine biology is vital to our understanding and preservation of the planet and humanity.

Like all fields of science, marine biology incorporates theoretical and technical knowledge, alongside practical applications in the field, lab and research settings of every type, including oceans, wetlands and estuaries, and aquarium-based experiments.

The ocean covers approximately 70 per cent of the Earth’s surface and it remains largely uncharted^. This means there is vast potential to explore and learn about the ocean, and almost limitless opportunities for marine biology researchers and professional scientists to make new discoveries.

Marine biology also has a number of specialisations, including marine ecology; marine microbiology; biological oceanography; aquaculture; fisheries biology and management; marine population, community and ecosystem dynamics; coral reef science; marine conservation; zoology and more. Some of these specialisations may be studied alongside a Major in Marine Biology, as part of the Bachelor of Science at JCU. See the full list of JCU BSci Majors and electives .

^ National Geographic resource library, Oceans

Discover JCU's Bachelor of Science

The Marine Biology major in JCU's Bachelor of Science degree provides access to a unique tropical learning environment with research stations, state-of-the-art laboratories and the Great Barrier Reef right on our doorstep.

What does a marine biologist do?

Marine biologists are scientists who spend their life immersed – often literally – in oceans and other saltwater environments.

Ocean conservation is a passion for many marine biologists; however, there are a range of areas in which you might pursue research or focus your efforts.

Marine biologists may work as generalists, collecting and analysing data from diverse marine species in oceans, wetlands and estuaries to better understand marine biodiversity, and determine impacts of environmental change on marine ecosystems.

Or, marine biologists may become specialists, developing new knowledge through research into a particular type of marine organism, including animals, plants, and microorganisms.

As a marine biologist, you will apply scientific principles and processes across all of your work. Sampling and experimental design, statistical analysis, taxonomy and systematics, functional morphology, molecular biology, biochemistry, physiology, behaviour, ecology and evolution will be among the skills you may use daily  as you study diverse marine ecosystems.

Increasingly, marine biologists will also use the latest technology, such as sophisticated arrays of data loggers, advanced analytical chemistry equipment, underwater drones  and mini-submarines, to gather data and study marine habitats among the ocean depths.

A marine biologist must be adept in the water and behind a computer, using custom software to analyse underwater images and video, to input and process data, conduct complex analyses including artificial intelligence methods, and to communicate findings.

Working as a marine biologist, you will develop diverse capabilities and experience. In addition to your marine biology qualifications, you may need to undertake practical training in areas such as scuba diving, boat driving, aquarium-based experiments, animal husbandry, and environmental health and safety.

Explore your study options in Marine Biology

Search Results

REST SEARCH URL: https://search.jcu.edu.au/s/search.json?collection=jcu-v1-courses&query=%21null&num_ranks=10&pagination=true&sort=title&meta_assetid_orsand=1104733%2C+1104805%2C+1104472%2C+1104809%2C+1104522%2C+1104671%2C+1104898%2C+1870970&meta_campus_sand=

Learn from world-renowned lecturers and engage with experts in your chosen field with an Advanced Science degree from JCU. Develop strong research and communication skills as you investigate the role of science in creating sustainable futures within the Tropics. Model solutions to case studies from an array of biophysical contexts and extend your hands-on learning by completing a research internship or practical placement.

• Townsville: February, July
• Cairns: February, July

Explore dynamic marine and coastal systems with Marine Science. Develop expertise in seabed mapping and fish assessment sonar, oceanographic sensors and other marine technologies. Gain valuable, hands-on experience through fieldwork at JCU’s Orpheus Island Research Station and on various coral reefs along the Great Barrier Reef.

Embrace the exciting world of science. Pair your scientific study with experiences like no other — explore environments like the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest or conduct research in state-of-the-art labs. Learn how to train an AI algorithm to identify flora and fauna species or dig into the earth’s history to find prehistoric remains. Graduate career-ready with advanced practical skills and a drive for discovery.

Gain a solid foundation for university study as you build academic skills, confidence and knowledge. Take classes relevant to your study goals and get a taste of university life in this qualification designed to help you meet the entry requirements of your desired degree. Enter university prepared for success after this one-year course.

• Online: February, July

Build upon your undergraduate science degree or broaden your professional experience with hands-on learning in your field of interest. You’ll expand your capacity for research, investigation, analysis and communication as you hone your skills in fully-equipped research facilities alongside experienced lecturers. Embrace the opportunities for practical learning and field work and make connections with those working in your industry.

Develop outstanding discipline knowledge of marine biology and advance your skills in the areas most sought after by marine sector employers. Gain unrivalled hands-on experience in unique locations like the JCU Orpheus Island Research Station on the Great Barrier Reef. Work with emerging technologies for marine ecosystem monitoring, learn how to incorporate vital data analysis methods into your work and research, and collaborate with world-leading researchers in Coral Reef Science and Management

• Townsville: January, July

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, and 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 tailored professional internships or research projects that can lead

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

What jobs are there in marine biology?

As a marine biologist, you could work in conservation biology and policy, environmental and resource management, fisheries biology, ecosystem restoration and marine impact assessments.

When you study marine biology at JCU, you might find marine biology jobs with not-for-profit organisations, universities and other research institutions, commercial organisations and governments.

Marine biologists may work in and around Australia’s many unique marine environments, including the Great Barrier Reef, Ningaloo Reef, Montgomery Reef, Lord Howe Island, Hinchinbrook Island and many more. You may also work on diverse sites such as kelp forests, Ramsar wetlands, seagrass meadows, mangrove forests and so on.

Or, you may find may work as a marine biologist internationally, in a range of precious marine and coastal locations.

The kinds of jobs  you could hold with a Bachelor of Science majoring in Marine Biology from JCU include:

• Marine biologist
• Ocean conservationist
• Marine policy advisor
• Corporate relations
• Commercial researcher
• Academic researcher
• Fisheries advisor
• Environmental advisor
• Environmental consultant
• Environmental impact assessment work
• Projects on coasts/wetlands/seagrass
• Biological oceanographer.

What is the difference between Marine Science and Marine Biology?

In addition to its Marine Biology Major through the Bachelor of Science , JCU also offers a Bachelor of Marine Science .

JCU’s Marine Science degree has a focus on the sustainability of oceans and is ideal for students interested in physical and chemical science, or an oceanography degree.

Marine science students are trained to work with developing oceanography technologies. They use seabed mapping technology, tagging and tracking equipment and high-precision sensors to track activity in the ocean. They will also cover ocean fundamentals such as understanding biological processes, the chemistry of the ocean, marine geography and fisheries science.

Similar to studying marine biology, marine science students learn how to collect data and assess the health of marine life populations; however, marine biologists may be more focused on the creatures and plants themselves – and their ecosystem interactions – rather than the geographical elements.

Why study Marine Biology at JCU?

When you study with us, you will be equipped to excel. JCU’s Marine Biology Major delivers well-developed practical experience alongside rigorous theoretical and technical knowledge.

If you have an existing qualification and want to take your Marine Biology studies further, JCU's Master of Marine Biology will advance your skills in the areas most sought after by marine sector employers.

JCU marine biology students have access to state-of-the-art research and teaching facilities, like the JCU Science Place and the JCU Orpheus Island Research Station .

As a marine biology student, you can also benefit from our researchers’ strong links with industry including the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (GBRMPA), Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS), Museum of Tropical Queensland , TropWATER and CSIRO Townsville .

Townsville has been rated as the world's second most-prolific city for research related to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal 'Life below water (SDG14)' by the Nature Index . The Nature Index is based on research published in 82 high-quality scientific research journals between 2015 and 2020, 52 per cent of the research conducted in the area came from JCU.

You will gain valuable employability skills through practical experiments and opportunities to acquire hands-on experience in diverse marine environments like reefs, mangroves, and intertidal zones.

You will also have the opportunity to undertake real-world marine biology research in unrivalled locations including the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef.

Claire Barr

Alumni bachelor of science, majoring in marine biology.

"I love the research teams and labs I have been involved in. Everything from swimming with minke whales in the northern Great Barrier Reef to working with baby seahorses, there have been so many cool opportunities. I also appreciate all of the connections I have made, from top researchers in this field to my cohort in the classes."

Find out more

Find out why we're ready today for tomorrow

Find a scholarship

Support to succeed

Accommodation

Your home away from home

Discover Marine Biology at JCU

Learn more, explore your options.

• James Cook University
• Bachelor of Advanced Science
• Bachelor of Arts
• Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences
• Bachelor of Business
• Bachelor of Business / Laws
• Bachelor of Dental Surgery
• --> Bachelor of Early Childhood Education --> Bachelor of Primary Education --> Study Education Online -->