Bachelor of Marine and Antarctic Science - Oceans, Ice and Climate

Oceans, Ice and Climate explores Antarctica and the Southern Ocean. In this major, you will become a specialist in ocean dynamics, Earth's changing climate, sea level rise and the carbon cycle.Your education and training is provided by experienced Antarctic researchers and you will gain insight to the inner workings of the CSIRO and the Australian Antarctic Division, as well as IMAS.You will delve into the most pressing environmental issues humanity is facing today, including the vital role of the Southern Ocean which stores more heat and carbon than any other ocean, the disturbing decline of Antarctic sea ice, and the impact of melting glaciers and circulation shifts in the global ocean. Collaborating with IMAS researchers could include experiences like joining a research voyage aboard the RV Investigator, where you'll gain first-hand experience and invaluable insight into the world's oceans.

Admission to undergraduate courses at the University of Tasmania requires the completion of qualifications equivalent to a year 12 education in Australia. You can also meet the General Entry Requirement for this course with the following qualifications or prior studies: Completion of an equivalent AQF Certificate IV or above, Complete or incomplete (minimum 25 credit points) of previous tertiary study at Diploma level or higher.