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Master of Ocean Leadership

Develop the skills needed to work in a range of marine-related fields to strategically address human challenges in ocean systems.
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Take your studies to a new level and discover what career opportunities lie ahead.

Career Pathways

The combination of marine knowledge and management, with strategic leadership skills is designed to produce graduates that meet the needs of employers across a range of industry.
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Career Pathways

The combination of marine knowledge and management, with strategic leadership skills is designed to produce graduates that meet the needs of employers across a range of industry.
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Career Opportunities

Analyst

Use your skills to define software requirements, identify specifications and guide program design and development.

Conservation Officer

Develop and implement programs and regulations to protect natural resources.

Conservationist

As a conservationist, you'll work to protect, manage and enhance the local environment.

Econometrician

An econometrician is an economics expert who uses statistics and detailed mathematical equations to understand and predict situations.

Engineer

Engineers develop the technologies and design the systems that change our world.

Environmental Consultant

Advise on policies to determine design, implementation and modification of government or commercial environmental operations.

Environmental Engineer

Apply engineering knowledge to assess and manage the effects of human and other activity on the natural and built environment.

Environmental Manager

Develop and apply an organisation's environmental management system to identify, solve and alleviate environmental issues for sustainable development.

Environmental Planner

An environmental planner largely deals with making sure that development projects comply with environmental laws and regulations. They help reduce impacts, facilitate environmental permitting, and write environmental reports and documents.

Environmental Scientist

Develop modes of environmental conservation and decrease human impact through close examination of the environment.

Fisheries Officer

Fisheries officers are responsible for the management, conservation and preservation of state and territory fisheries resources.

Government Agencies Researcher

As a government social research officer, you'll provide research input for the analysis required to develop, implement, review and evaluate new and existing government policies.

Marine Biologist

Examine structures, functions, behaviours, interactions and environmental affects of organisms that live in the sea.

Policy Analyst

Guide design, implementation and modification of government and commercial operations and programs through policy.

Policy and Planning Manager

Direct development of policy advice and strategic planning within government agencies, community not-for-profit organisations or companies.

Research Officer

Research Officers supervise research projects from the early planning stages to project completion.

Research and Development Manager

Plan, administer and review the Research and Development program and activities of an organisation.

Risk Manager

Risk management is a growing industry with increasing opportunities for graduates who have the skills and abilities to make important business decisions.

Statistician

Design and apply statistical techniques to collect and analyse data for science, technology, medicine, business, finance and government.
Postgraduate study at UWA

Master of Biological Science

Master of Biological Science

Western Australia (WA) is a marine and terrestrial biodiversity hot spot. Up to 80 per cent of the region's plants, marine fish and invertebrates are unique to the area. This makes WA the ideal living laboratory for studies in biological science.<br />

Fees and scholarships

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Course Credit Points
96
Total Course Fee - 2021
$65,200.00
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Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

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International Fees

Postgraduate – onshore students

Annual course fees are calculated based on a standard annual study load of 48 credit points.

Course Credit Points
96
Total Course Fee - 2020
$81,200.00
Total Course Fee - 2021
$84,400.00
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Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

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Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

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Admission requirements

If you’re interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate degree, find out the admission details below.

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—
(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent.
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Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—
(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent.

Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.
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Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.

English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

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Course details

Learn about the issues facing our oceans through a multidisciplinary course, bringing together knowledge from science, engineering, law and environmental management.

About the course

The Master of Ocean Leadership develops future leaders to address global oceans challenges.
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About the course

The Master of Ocean Leadership (MOL) provides graduates from any field with ocean-related leadership skills and expertise across marine science, engineering, law, resource economics and environmental management. This will enable graduates to strategically address human challenges in ocean systems and to implement solutions for the future of our coasts and seas.

Students will be equipped to work in multidisciplinary contexts to lead and contribute to effective teams. The course is a highly interactive program designed to be flexible and challenging for professionals and recent graduates alike.

Who should enrol

The course is aimed at those working in areas that involve detailed knowledge of the ocean environment and marine resources, as well as their management and regulation. The course is designed to meet the needs of undergraduate students with a passion for solving oceans problems and working for marine resource companies, government and regulatory agencies, renewable energy initiatives, marine NGOs, aquaculture ventures and the fisheries sector.

Research strengths in ocean leadership

At UWA, ocean research is focused on addressing key ocean challenges by delivering ocean-based solutions. Providing multidisciplinary capabilities and excellence in marine research and technology, the team provides an integrated approach to the challenges of sustainable ocean resources, resilient ecosystems, informed marine governance and understanding ocean exploration.

The UWA Oceans Institute includes over 100 of the world's most recognised ocean engineers, marine scientists, oceanographers, and oceans governance specialists

Master of Ocean Leadership

Quick details

Status
  • Available
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester2
Weekly contact time
  • 12 hours per unit including contact hours, personal study and examinations.
Level of study
  • Postgraduate
Course Code
  • 62540
CRICOS code
  • 096270F
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Master of Ocean Leadership

Quick details

Status
  • Available
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester2
Weekly contact time
  • 12 hours per unit including contact hours, personal study and examinations.
Level of study
  • Postgraduate
Course Code
  • 62540
CRICOS code
  • 096270F
Full time/part time duration
  • 1.5-2 years of full-time study (depending on the requirement to include conversion units).
Degrees course is available in
  • Master of Ocean Leadership

Why study this course?

  1. This course is unique, with no similar programs in Australia
  2. You'll get to work closely with the UWA Oceans Institute which includes over 100 of the world's most recognised ocean engineers, marine scientists, oceanographers and oceans governance specialists
  3. While studying this course, you will engage with industry and get practical hands-on experience 

Why study this course?

You'll learn to

  • apply disciplinary, and multi-disciplinary, knowledge in problem-solving

  • think critically about cross-cutting issues effectively, including those at the intersection of conservation and utilisation of the ocean environment and resources

  • demonstrate sound judgment in presenting recommendations and potential solutions to ocean challenges

  • demonstrate a detailed knowledge of principles of leadership and management as they apply to ocean-related activities

  • understand how disciplines and sectors need to work together to address challenges facing the oceans

  • critically analyse ocean issues from industry, non-governmental and governmental perspectives

You'll learn to

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"The Master of Ocean Leadership is a degree unlike any other in Australia. Staff from across the world-renowned UWA Oceans Institute come together to immerse students in the challenges, language and approaches of the range of oceans-facing disciplines.

The multidisciplinary nature of the degree means that students receive world-class mentorship in developing a holistic understanding of how to work in, on & with the world’s oceans."

Marco Ghisalberti - Senior Lecturer,UWA Oceans Graduate School

Course structure

Postgraduate coursework degrees and combined (coursework and research) degrees comprise a number of units. Refer to the course structure for more information.

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Course structure details

Core
Take all units (48 points):
Option - Group A
Take units to the value of 48 points from Group A or Group B, including at least 36 points at Level 5.
Option - Group B
Take unit notes as per the sequences notes in Group A.

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