Udayana University | FACULTY OF MARINE SCIENCE AND FISHERIES UDAYANA UNIVERSITY

Master Program in Marine Science

Decree of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology No. 659/E/O/2024
Status: Accredited

Program Vision

“To develop human resources who are excellent, independent, cultured, and globally competitive in the development of Marine Science.”

Program Objectives

The Master Program in Marine Science aims to:

* Produce graduates with comprehensive analytical skills in the field of marine science.
* Produce graduates who are able to develop innovation in contemporary marine science and technology.
* Produce graduates with the ability to initiate and advance innovation in marine science and technology.
* Deliver education that harmonizes academic ethics with local and international cultural values.
* Produce graduates who have a strong reputation and contribution at local, national, and international levels.

Graduate Profile & Competencies

Graduates of the Master Program in Marine Science are prepared as scientists, academics, and professionals in the marine field with the following competencies:

* Mastering principles of marine ecology and the latest technologies in environmental mapping and data management.
* Being able to plan, implement, and analyze policies for sustainable marine ecotourism.
* Being able to solve marine environmental problems based on research, including monitoring and mitigating the impacts of tourism on marine ecosystems through inter- or multidisciplinary approaches.
* Being able to communicate research findings and scientific ideas in marine science and conservation to support the development of marine ecotourism.

This program offers a specialization in marine modeling through Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for future-oriented marine solutions.

Program Strengths

* Strategic Location for Marine Studies
Based at the Jimbaran Campus with direct access to key marine and coastal ecosystems such as the Lombok Strait, Bali Strait, and coral reef ecosystems along the Northern Coast of Bali.
* Located in Bali, a World Tourism Hub
Supporting the development of world-class marine ecotourism through collaboration among academia, government, local communities, and the tourism industry.
* Technology-Based Excellent Curriculum
The curriculum is designed to strengthen analytical and marine modeling capabilities, supported by remote sensing, GIS, and marine data analysis.
* Strong National and International Networks
The program is supported by research networks and collaborations with various national institutions and leading overseas universities.

Curriculum & Program Structure

Total credits: 54 credits (SKS)
Normal study period: 4 semesters

Semester I

* Marine Policy and Sustainability
* Ethics and Research Methods
* Planning and Management of Coastal and Marine Resources
* Tropical Marine Ecology
* Marine Pollution
* Sustainable Coastal and Marine Tourism

Semester II

* Data Analysis for Marine System Studies and Modeling
* Marine Remote Sensing
* Coastal and Marine Conservation
* Science and Geographic Information Systems
* Degradation of Coastal and Marine Ecosystems
* Climate, Ocean, and Marine Environment

Semester III

* Thesis Proposal
* Coastal and Marine Biodiversity
* Elective Courses:
- * Marine Biotechnology
- * Restoration and Conservation of Marine Resources
- * Techniques of Marine Data Assimilation

Semester IV

* Thesis

Academic Staff

The teaching staff consists of experienced lecturers with national and international reputations, including:

* Prof. I Wayan Arthana
* Prof. I Gusti Bagus Sila Dharma
* Prof. I Wayan Nuarsa
* Prof. Ni Luh Watiniasih
* Prof. Ida Ayu Astarini
* Prof. I Nyoman Sunarta
* I Gede Hendrawan, Ph.D
* I Wayan Gede Astawa Karang, Ph.D
* Dr. Pande Gede Sasmita Julyantoro
* Dr. Dwi Budi Wiyanto
* Dr.Eng. I Dewa Nyoman Nurweda Putra
* Abd. Rahman As-syakur, Ph.D
* Dr. Yulianto Suteja
* Dr.Sc. Widiastuti
* Dr. Ima Yudha Perwira
* Dr. I Nyoman Dati Pertami
* Dr. Devi Ulinuha

Networks and Partner Institutions

International Partners

* Murdoch University (Australia)
* Pukyong National University (South Korea)
* Chiba University, Yamaguchi University, Kwansei Gakuin University (Japan)
* Rostock University, Leibniz Center for Tropical Marine Research (Germany)
* Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Hong Kong)
* Hawaii University at Manoa (Hawaii)
* Institute of Oceanology, CAS (China)
* Université Côte d’Azur (France)
* Brunel University London (UK)
* Ghent University (Belgium)

New Student Admission

Registration Periods:

* Even Semester Intake: November – January
*Odd Semester Intake: May – July

Registration is carried out online via:
https://utbk.unud.ac.id