Master of Science
Advance your professional career in science with specialized independent research or industry projects at James Cook University.
Best for:Best for science graduates seeking advanced professional training and specialization in tropical and natural environmental research.
Overview
The Master of Science at James Cook University allows students to advance their scientific careers through independent research or focused industry projects. The program emphasizes problem-solving in natural environments, using the complex reef and terrestrial ecosystems of the tropics as primary case studies. Students expand their practical, analytical, and communication skills through coursework classes and hands-on experience. Participants can tailor their studies by choosing from seven distinct majors.
What you'll do
- Engage in independent research or focused industry projects
- Examine problems and solutions facing natural environments
- Utilize tropical reef and terrestrial ecosystems as study cases
- Develop practical, analytical, and communication skills through coursework
- Select and complete studies within one of seven scientific majors
Requirements
Degree required: AQF Level 7 bachelor degree in science or equivalent
Degree offered: Master Degree (By Coursework)
Language: English proficiency as required by university standards for international or domestic admission.
Instruction: English
- Foundational knowledge in science at the bachelor degree level
- Ability to undertake independent research or industry-focused projects
- Analytical problem-solving capabilities in environmental contexts
- Must hold an AQF Level 7 bachelor degree in science or equivalent
- Must meet a minimum GPA of 5.0 or equivalent
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How to apply
Interested applicants should review the course requirements and submit their application through the official university portal using the provided application link.
- BSc transcripts
- Proof of degree completion
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