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  • Locations: Perth, Australia
  • Program Terms: Summer
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: The Education Abroad Network: Study Australia, Study New Zealand, Study Asia 
  • Dates / Deadlines
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Class Standing: Freshman, Junior, Senior, Sophomore Program Type: study abroad
GPA Requirement: 2.5 Housing: Dormitory
Fields of Study: Biological Sciences, Ecology & Systematics, Marine Science Language of Instruction: English
Program Description:

Tropical Marine Ecology

Tropical Marine Biology Summer Program in Australia

Program Overview

Murdoch University in Perth was the first university in Australia to offer an undergraduate degree in Environmental Science and the first in Western Australia to offer Marine Science. In this short intensive program, you’ll cover the diversity and physical processes of Western Australia’s marine habitats, focus on coral reef environments and the biodiversity of reef organisms, and study biological processes, with a focus on coral reef ecosystems.

Highlights

  • Earn 3 credits in Tropical Marine Ecology
  • Live in Perth, known for perfect weather, laidback locals and space to spread out and enjoy life
  • Study and live on-campus at Australia’s largest university campus, surrounded by native bush, yet with quick and easy access to city life and the beautiful west coast beaches
  • Enjoy close proximity to some amazing Aussie experiences – explore Australia’s outback, indulge in the wine region of Margaret River and even swim with dolphins in Monkey Mia
  • Appreciate access to TEAN’s Perth-based Resident Director and other in-country staff for continued support throughout the semester

What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Health insurance
  • On-site support
  • Cultural events and activities
  • and more...

About TEAN

The Education Abroad Network (TEAN) – established in 1995 – are study abroad and intern specialists in the Asia Pacific region with semester and summer programs available in Australia, New Zealand, Thailand, Singapore, Vietnam, South Korea, China and Japan. 


Visit the TEAN Website to learn more or Apply Now with TEAN
 

Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Summer 2025 03/25/2025 ** Rolling Admission 06/22/2025 07/17/2025

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.