Marine studies (water resource management) (MMS)
CanadaCourse at a Glance
- MasterDegree level
- Fisheries and Marine Institute Campus, CanadaLocation
- Maritime StudiesField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- Fisheries and Marine Institute CampusCampus
- MMS (WRM)Awards
- $3,222Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
Master of Marine Studies (Aquaculture) – The Master of Marine Studies (Aquaculture) program offers a combination of on campus and online courses and an internship. | Master of Marine Studies (Water Resource Management) – Students will attend on campus courses and complete a 12-week internship in year one. In the second year, courses will be delivered online. | Master of Marine Studies (FRM) – The Master of Marine Studies (FRM) program offers both course and major report options.
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This program is offered online. | Master of Marine Studies (MSPM) – The program offers a comprehensive course route, or a combination of online course-based work and either an internship or research project. Memorial’s graduate diplomas and master’s program in Marine Studies are offered through Memorial’s Fisheries and Marine Institute. Memorial's graduate diploma and master's program in Marine Studies (Aquaculture) provides you with the education, training and management skills required to participate in aquaculture development and production.
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University & programme
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- English requirementIELTS Overall 7.0
- Study modeFull-time; part-time study is available in many graduate progra…
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Entry requirements
Graduate diploma, MMS (FRM) – Bachelor's degree (minimum second class) in an appropriate area of study; applicants will normally have a demonstrated commitment to the fishery through employment or experience in a sector of the fishery, in a regulatory agency or government department connected to the fisheries, in a non-governmental agency, or through self-employment or relevant professional consulting activities. Minimum TOEFL scores are: 580 for the paper-based test; 237 on the computer-based test; or 92 on the Internet-based test. The minimum IELTS score is an overall band score of 7.0. The minimum MUNTEL score is an overall band score of 70. || Master of Marine Studies (Aquaculture) - Bachelor’s degree (minimum second class) in a relevant area of study; up to two seats per year are reserved for applicants of Indigenous ancestry who have met the admission requirements but are not in the top ranked candidates. Minimum TOEFL scores are: 580 for the paper-based test; 237 on the computer-based test; or 92 on the Internet-based test. The minimum IELTS score is an overall band score of 7.0. || MMS (MSPM) – Bachelor’s degree (minimum second class) in an appropriate area of study. Admission is on a limited and competitive basis. Minimum TOEFL scores are: 580 for the paper-based test; 237 on the computer-based test; or 92 on the Internet-based test. · English: IELTS 7.0; TOEFL iBT 92; PTE Academic 58; Duolingo English Test 125 · English test waiver: Applicants who have completed secondary schooling, an undergraduate degree or a graduate degree at a recognised institution where the language of instruction is English are not required to take an English proficiency test; if the institution is outside Canada or the United States a medium-of-instruction (MOI) letter must be uploaded as 'Grad Proof of English Proficiency'. Applicants who do not meet the requirement may be considered for conditional admission pending completion of the Intensive English Program at Grenfell Campus. Source: https://www.mun.ca/become/graduate/apply-to-memorial/ · Application fee: CAD 120.00 - General Application Processing Fee for graduate students who are non-Canadian applicants (Canadian applicants CAD 60.00). Non-refundable. Source: https://www.mun.ca/finance/tuition-fees-and-charges/application-and-admission-fees/
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- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$3,222 CAD / year≈ $2,369 / year
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsMemorial publishes a funding range for this programme: MMS: CAD 3,914 (Full-time MMS (MSPM) research project route and MMS (FRM) major report route students only). Graduate funding and scholarships:; searchable awards databaseView scholarship page
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Application deadline: January 15 (graduate diploma, MMS (Aquaculture) and graduate diploma, MMS (WRM)) for Fall admission (Fall admission only); May 15 (graduate diploma, MMS (FRM)) for Fall admission; October 15 (graduate diploma, MMS (FRM)) for Winter admission; May 15 (MMS…
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Marine studies (water resource management) (MMS) cost?
CAD 3,222 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 7.0 overall is the score listed for this programme.
What are the entry requirements?
Graduate diploma, MMS (FRM) – Bachelor's degree (minimum second class) in an appropriate area of study; applicants will normally have a demonstrated commitment to the fishery through employment or experience in a sector of the fishery, in a regulatory agency or government department connected to the fisheries, in a non-governmental agency, or through self-employment or relevant professional consulting activities. Minimum TOEFL scores are: 580 for the paper-based test; 237 on the computer-based test; or 92 on the Internet-based test. The minimum IELTS score is an overall band score of 7.0. The minimum MUNTEL score is an overall band score of 70. || Master of Marine Studies (Aquaculture) - Bachelor’s degree (minimum second class) in a relevant area of study; up to two seats per year are reserved for applicants of Indigenous ancestry who have met the admission requirements but are not in the top ranked candidates. Minimum TOEFL scores are: 580 for the paper-based test; 237 on the computer-based test; or 92 on the Internet-based test. The minimum IELTS score is an overall band score of 7.0. || MMS (MSPM) – Bachelor’s degree (minimum second class) in an appropriate area of study. Admission is on a limited and competitive basis. Minimum TOEFL scores are: 580 for the paper-based test; 237 on the computer-based test; or 92 on the Internet-based test. · English: IELTS 7.0; TOEFL iBT 92; PTE Academic 58; Duolingo English Test 125 · English test waiver: Applicants who have completed secondary schooling, an undergraduate degree or a graduate degree at a recognised institution where the language of instruction is English are not required to take an English proficiency test; if the institution is outside Canada or the United States a medium-of-instruction (MOI) letter must be uploaded as 'Grad Proof of English Proficiency'. Applicants who do not meet the requirement may be considered for conditional admission pending completion of the Intensive English Program at Grenfell Campus. Source: https://www.mun.ca/become/graduate/apply-to-memorial/ · Application fee: CAD 120.00 - General Application Processing Fee for graduate students who are non-Canadian applicants (Canadian applicants CAD 60.00). Non-refundable. Source: https://www.mun.ca/finance/tuition-fees-and-charges/application-and-admission-fees/
Is there a scholarship?
Memorial publishes a funding range for this programme: MMS: CAD 3,914 (Full-time MMS (MSPM) research project route and MMS (FRM) major report route students only). Graduate funding and scholarships:; searchable awards database View scholarship page
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