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Introduction to the Bachelor of Marine and Antarctic Science with Honours

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. This program equips students with the necessary skills for employment in a research organisation or for postgraduate study in Masters or PhD programs. It also prepares students for employment in industry by imparting knowledge, skills, competencies, and awareness.

Program Structure

The program consists of four 25% units: KSM401, KSM402, KSM403, and KSM404. Each unit is designed to develop an understanding of scientific approaches to problem-solving and advanced skills in data collection, analysis, and interpretation.

Unit Details

• Unit Name: Marine and Antarctic Science Honours (Part 1 of 4)
• Unit Code: KSM401
• Credit Points: 25
• College/School: Sciences and Engineering
• Institute: Institute for Marine & Antarctic Studies
• Discipline: Ecology and Biodiversity, Fisheries and Aquaculture, Oceans Ice and Climate
• Coordinator: Doctor Fraser Kennedy
• Delivered By: University of Tasmania
• Level: Honours

Availability

The unit is available in Hobart during Semester 1 and Semester 2. Attendance options include on-campus and off-campus modes.

Key Dates

• Semester 2: Start date - 6/7/2026, Census date - 28/7/2026, WW date - 31/8/2026, End date - 25/10/2026
• Semester 1: Start date - 23/2/2026, Census date - 17/3/2026, WW date - 20/4/2026, End date - 14/6/2026

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

• Locate, evaluate, and synthesize published information within a prescribed field of knowledge
• Understand and identify core concepts and key issues within the marine or Antarctic environment
• Gain experience of literature research methods and tools, data collection and analysis, and relevant field and/or laboratory techniques
• Possess sufficient research and/or technical skills to allow them to complete an in-depth research study in a specialized area related to the marine and/or Antarctic environments
• Communicate research concepts and findings in a logical manner, in a variety of written and oral forms commonly used by professionals

Fee Information

• Field of Education:
• Commencing Student Contribution: $2,384.00
• Grandfathered Student Contribution: $2,384.00
• Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution: Not applicable
• Domestic Full Fee: $5,724.00

Requisites

• Prerequisites: Candidates for the degree of Bachelor of Marine and Antarctic Science with Honours will have qualified for admission to the degree of Bachelor of Marine and Antarctic Science or to the Bachelor of Applied Science (Marine Environment) at this University or have obtained an equivalent qualification at another approved tertiary institution.

Teaching Pattern

The teaching pattern involves completing a literature review, preparing a research plan and proposal, and presenting an introductory seminar. Students then conduct an independent research program over about 8 months, followed by presenting a seminar and producing a research thesis.

Assessment

• Supervisor Assessment: 5%
• Research Proposal (Written): 10%
• Research Seminar: 10%
• Research Thesis: 75%

Textbooks

Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.