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Bachelor of Marine Science

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Deakin University | Warrnambool
Warrnambool, Victoria
Duration
3 years
Estimated Fee / Year
AUD $42,400
SACE / WACE Requirement
ATAR 55.6
Intake
Mar, Jul

About the Course

Field of Study (1)

Major / Specialisation

  • Sustainable Marine Management
Natural Sciences
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Studying in Warrnambool, VIC

The latest in simulation centres. Our state-of-the-art Clinical Simulation Centres
The latest in simulation centres. Our state-of-the-art Clinical Simulation Centres
'Yolla' the marine biology specialist boat
'Yolla' the marine biology specialist boat
Teach students the knowledge, skills and values to contribute to the world with Deakin's range of primary teaching
Teach students the knowledge, skills and values to contribute to the world with Deakin's range of primary teaching
Aquaculture Facilities to position Victoria as a leader in sustainable fish production and aquacultural technology
Aquaculture Facilities to position Victoria as a leader in sustainable fish production and aquacultural technology
Group study spaces, comfy seats and powered desks, computers, printers and scanners, book collections and much more. Throughout OWeek, library staff will be giving tours on demand all day
Group study spaces, comfy seats and powered desks, computers, printers and scanners, book collections and much more. Throughout OWeek, library staff will be giving tours on demand all day
DeakinACTIVE Warrnambool offers all the fitness and sporting facilities in an ideal setting on the Hopkins River
DeakinACTIVE Warrnambool offers all the fitness and sporting facilities in an ideal setting on the Hopkins River
Unlock your Warrnambool lifestyle and move into more at Deakin Res
Unlock your Warrnambool lifestyle and move into more at Deakin Res
Experience a relaxed way-of-life surrounded by stunning beaches and breathtaking views
Experience a relaxed way-of-life surrounded by stunning beaches and breathtaking views
Warrnambool, VIC (Out-of-City)
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  • Location: Warrnambool, Victoria
  • Nearby: near to the local surf beaches and popular tourist attractions
  • Getting here: via Public Transport by train station (from Sherwood Park Station, connect to Melbourne, Geelong, Mt Gambier, Portland, PortFairy, Ballarat, Hamilton), daily coach services, buses (from Central Warrnabool to campus in 20 minutes)
  • Faculties: Home to faculities, including School of Life and Environmental Sciences
  • Amazing location with scenic coastal living, unlimited access to coast lines and waterways

Entry Requirement

Requirements & Prerequisites

Minimum Requirements

SACE / WACE
ATAR 55.6
Indicative only, lower grades may be eligible.
Guide only, subject to change

Entry Requirements Details

Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English EAL (English as an Additional Language) or at least 20 in English other than EAL

English Language Requirement

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IELTS
6 (6.0)
Pearson (PTE)
50 (50)
*W = Writing, L = Listening, S = Speaking, R = Reading

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Study Cost & Duration

Tuition Fee

Fee / year
AUD $42,400*
Fees are reviewed annually and subject to change for the upcoming year.
Intake
March, July
Duration
3 years

Living Cost in Warrnambool, VIC

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Living costs with rent

AUD $2,300 - $2,800 / month
Rent / month
AUD $900 - $1,400
Private room within 1.5 km from campus
Meals & Groceries
Eat out 2 meals / day + AUD $100
Transportation
Public transport pass
Mobile Plan
Monthly data plan
Entertainment
Movie per adult (x 1 ticket)

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Scholarships

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Degree
Postgraduate Coursework

Requirements

  • Must be a prospective international student for a coursework degree at Deakin University
  • Academic performance: Achieved at least a 65% average (or equivalent) in previous studies
  • Meet the entry requirements for your course, including English language requirements
  • This scholarship is not available to students enrolled in Doctor of Medicine (H911)

Awards Details

Fee waiver of 25% from total tuition fees

Degree
Postgraduate Coursework

Deakin STEM Scholarship

Fee Waiver of 20%

Requirements

  • Citizenship: International students from Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Kenya, Malaysia, Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka, or Vietnam

  • Academic performance: Meet the entry requirements for their course, including English language requirements

  • Must be a new student commencing their course at Deakin

  • Must be studying a Deakin undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree (including honours) from the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment (SEBE)

  • Must not be commencing a course on the FutureLearn platform

  • Information systems courses and business analytics courses are not eligible for this scholarship

  • Double degrees are not eligible, except D364 – Bachelor of Design (Architecture)/Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours)

  • Undergraduate – ATAR course entry requirement: Lowest selection rank of an applicant to which an offer was made in the selection year

  • Undergraduate – ATAR STEM Scholarship eligibility: 5 points above the lowest selection rank of an applicant to which an offer was made in the selection year

  • Undergraduate – Malaysia STPM course entry requirement: 2.7 GPA

  • Undergraduate – Malaysia STPM STEM Scholarship eligibility: 3.0 GPA

  • Postgraduate course entry requirement: Successful completion of an undergraduate degree

  • Postgraduate STEM Scholarship eligibility: Completed undergraduate degree with equivalent of 65% weighted average mark (WAM)

  • To be eligible, applicants must have completed at least a three-year bachelor’s degree or comparable qualification from an approved institution

Awards Details

Fee waiver of 20% from total tuition fees

Application

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University Intakes

Please note that these are general intakes for all undergraduate programmes. The application deadlines can vary by course or may close earlier once the programme quota has been filled.

March 2026 Intake
25 January
July 2026 Intake
31 May
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