Majoring in Marine Sciences

There are three marine science majors offered which can be taken as part of any BSc or BSc combined degree. They can also be taken as a major within other degrees (for example, Bachelor of Arts). Please check with your Faculty regarding your degree requirements.

Any students who are uncertain as to what combination of Units will best serve their interests can also contact their year coordinator:
First Year:
Second Year:
Third Year:

Marine Science major

Essential: 24 credit points of Junior Science study.
Recommended: To complete a Marine Science major the minimum requirement is 24 credit points of GEOS or BIOL units listed under Table 1 for marine science which must include one senior BIOL unit and one senior GEOS unit. It is recommended to prepare for this that a student complete 12 credit points of Junior Biology, 12 credit points of Junior Chemistry and 12 credit points of Junior Geosciences.

Marine Geoscience major

Essential: 24 credit points of Junior Science study.
Recommended: To complete a Marine Geoscience major the minimum requirement is 24 credit points of GEOS units listed under Table 1 for marine science. It is recommended to prepare for this that a student complete 12 credit points of junior Biology, 12 credit points of Junior Chemistry and 12 credit points of Junior Geosciences.

Marine Biology major

Essential:To complete a Marine Biology major the minimum requirement is 24 credit points of BIOL units listed under Table 1for marine science.
Recommended: It is recommended to prepare for this that a student complete 12 credit points of Junior Biology, 12 credit points of Junior Chemistry and 12 credit points of Junior Geosciences.