BSc (Hons) Marine Science with Study Abroad

Overview

• Study marine science in Cornwall’s distinctive marine environment
• Graduate with training in physical marine science after undertaking practical, hands-on modules and training at sea on a research vessel
• Opportunities to develop pure and applied marine sciences research projects with access to internationally-leading research groups
• Placement opportunities within the offshore sector and marine and environmental agencies
• Field course opportunities in the UK and overseas

How will I learn?

• Lectures
• Seminars
• Tutorials and small group discussion meetings
• Seagoing and field work
• Laboratory sessions
• Independent study
• Access to the latest geographical information systems (GIS), mapping statistics and coding software
• Interactive activities such as discussion forums and blogging
• Virtual field trips which integrate video and audio data, maps, datasets, documents and published research
• Access to detailed information about modules and learning outcomes through our virtual learning environment

Assessment

Your progress is monitored through tutorial work and practical assessments. The final degree mark is based on approximately 50 per cent exam-based and 50 per cent coursework-based assessments. The latter include a final year dissertation, which is an independent research project in which you study the topic that excites you most. The modules taken in Year 1 must be passed to progress to Year 2, but the marks obtained do not influence your final degree classification.