BSc Marine Biology
Course Overview
This three-year Marine Biology degree immerses you in the study of marine life and ecosystems, equipping you with the advanced scientific knowledge and hands-on skills to tackle pressing global environmental challenges. You will learn within one of Europe's largest and most prestigious marine science communities, benefiting from a unique waterfront campus that provides immediate access to research vessels and exceptional facilities. The program prepares you for a rewarding career in research, conservation, or wildlife management.
Key Program Highlights
- Gain extensive practical experience with boat-based fieldwork aboard the university's own research vessels
- Study at a world-leading center for marine science, the National Oceanography Centre Southampton (NOCS)
- Develop a strong interdisciplinary foundation in biological sciences, chemistry, physics, and mathematics
- Earn a degree accredited by the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST)
- Graduate with highly-respected biological and oceanographic skills sought after by employers
Course Overview
This three-year Marine Biology degree immerses you in the study of marine life and ecosystems, equipping you with the advanced scientific knowledge and hands-on skills to tackle pressing global environmental challenges. You will learn within one of Europe's largest and most prestigious marine science communities, benefiting from a unique waterfront campus that provides immediate access to research vessels and exceptional facilities. The program prepares you for a rewarding career in research, conservation, or wildlife management.
Key Program Highlights
- Gain extensive practical experience with boat-based fieldwork aboard the university's own research vessels
- Study at a world-leading center for marine science, the National Oceanography Centre Southampton (NOCS)
- Develop a strong interdisciplinary foundation in biological sciences, chemistry, physics, and mathematics
- Earn a degree accredited by the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST)
- Graduate with highly-respected biological and oceanographic skills sought after by employers
Requirements
Modules
- Earth and Ocean System
- How to be Scientifically Literate
- Introduction to Environmental Biogeochemistry
- Introduction to Functional Marine Biology
- Introduction to Marine Ecology and Evolution
- Marine Invertebrates
- Physics of the Ocean
- Coastal Ecology Field Course
- Marine Benthic Ecology
- Marine Vertebrates
- Molecular Tools for Marine Biology Research
- Monitoring Coastal and Estuarine Environments
- Phytoplankton and Primary Production
- Sediment in the Environment
- Zooplankton Ecology and Processes
- Applied Oceanography and Fieldwork
- Independent Research Project
- Behavioural Physiology
- Deep Sea Ecology
- Fish Evolution and Ecology
- Global Challenges in Biology
- Marine Conservation and Policy
- Marine Fisheries Ecology
- Marine Microbial Ecology and Biotechnology
- Seascape Ecology
- Understanding Coral Reefs
