You’ll gain the knowledge, skills and experience needed to identify sustainable development opportunities and assist conservation science, ‘blue economy' industries and ocean governance.
The MSc Marine Science and Sustainable Development aligns with the United Nations' Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development, so graduates like you can build relevant expertise and reverse the cycle of decline in ocean health.
You'll be immersed in a real research environment as you complete your research project on placement in a government, industry or non-government organisation with our partners such as The Ornamental Aquatic Trade Association and The Centre for Environment, Fisheries, and Aquaculture Science ( Cefas ).
We will also consider a 2:2 degree in any subject with three modules from the below list:
We will also consider applicants with 2 out of the 3 above modules
Applicants without the required subject, modules or with a lower level degree will also be considered where they also have at least 6 weeks' relevant work experience in marine/ environmental science and/or conservation (marine conservation organisation (NGO or governmental), fisheries organisation, tourism organisation with relevant diving (e.g. SCUBA instructor, expedition leader for volunteer organisation, coral restoration with hotel), teaching a relevant subject.
We accept a wide range of qualifications from applicants studying in the EU and other countries. Get in touch with any questions you may have about the qualifications we accept. Remember to tell us about the qualifications you have already completed or are currently taking.
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If English is not your first language, we require IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum score of 5.5 in all components.
If you do not meet our IELTS requirements then you may be able to complete a pre-sessional English pathway that enables you to start your course without retaking IELTS.
The University uses academic selection criteria to determine an applicant’s ability to successfully complete a course at the University of Essex. Where appropriate, we may ask for specific information relating to previous modules studied or work experience.