We research a whole range of marine processes, from fisheries and aquaculture to oceanography and marine chemistry.

Masters student Veronica Rotman challenges Seafood NZ’s advertising campaign claim that Māui dolphins are not at risk from commercial fishing.

Dr Shane Lavery says the Madagascar dugong is genetically unique and this really confirms our worst fears in terms of their survival.

Marine Science brings together academic staff from seven departments as well as external partners including NIWA and Cawthron Institute.

Explore our range of Marine Science programmes for undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral students.

Combining a wide range of disciplines our research aims to improve understanding of the coastal and marine environment.

Meet our graduates and find out where their Marine Science degree has taken them.

The University's 'marine campus' sits at the edge of Goat Island, New Zealand's oldest marine reserve.

Our Discovery Centre is a must for anyone interested in New Zealand’s marine environment.

Our graduate school is a partnership with NIWA and offers unique opportunities in postgraduate research.

We work with a broad range of private and government organisations.