the bachelor of marine and antarctic science with honours provides students with advanced knowledge and scientific training in a specialised area of marine and / or antarctic science; training in research as preparation for employment in a research organisation or for postgraduate study in masters or phd programs; and equips students with knowledge, skills, competencies and awareness in preparation for employment in industry.

the degree is fully equivalent to an honours degree with any other university school and satisfies the usual eligibility requirements for research higher degrees and postgraduate scholarships. students can commence the program in either semester 1 or semester 2.