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Marine Biology Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Marine Biology Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Join a marine biology degree with an international reputation. With doorstep access to a stunning coastline and some of Europe’s best marine facilities, you'll experience marine biology at the highest level, both in the laboratory and field.
Learn from the best
We're at the forefront of knowledge in how marine organisms are composed, function, evolve and interact within ecosystems.
From the laboratory to field
Developing rigorous scientists through practical experience in core research skills and cutting-edge techniques.
Join a marine biology degree with an international reputation. With doorstep access to a stunning coastline and some of Europe’s best marine facilities, you'll experience marine biology at the highest level, both in the laboratory and field.
Learn from the best
We're at the forefront of knowledge in how marine organisms are composed, function, evolve and interact within ecosystems.
From the laboratory to field
Developing rigorous scientists through practical experience in core research skills and cutting-edge techniques.
Facing global challenges
We'll prepare you to find the answers to fundamental questions and solutions for the challenges associated with climate change, habitat loss, pollution and sustainable food production.
This course is for you if...
- you're passionate about exploring marine life, from coastal margins to the deep sea
- you seek hands-on experience in both laboratory and field settings
- you are passionate about understanding and finding solutions to the challenges facing marine ecosystems
- you want to develop the practical, intellectual and scientific skills to become a practising marine biologist.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-21
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
13 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A29-I72
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 4
Entry Requirements
A level
120 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 3 A-levels including Biology
T Level
Enquire within with modules
UCAS Tariff
From a minimum of 3 A-levels including Biology
Scottish Higher
Considered in combination with Advanced Highers.
Access to HE Diploma
offer-distinction: 30.0, offer-merit: 15.0, offer-pass: 0.0
Science related Access Diplomas are considered. Typical offer is 30 Level 3 credits at Distinction including 15 in Biology. The remaining 15 Level 3 credits at Merit.
Scottish Advanced Higher
120 UCAS Tariff points including a minimum of 2 Advanced Highers including Advanced Higher Grade B in Biology
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
Extended Project
A relevant Extended Project will be considered towards the required Tariff points.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
To include Higher Level Biology English and Maths are accepted within as GCSE equivalent at Higher Level Grade 4 or Standard Level Grade 5.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
DDD
Depending on the BTEC and units studied. Please include details of units in your UCAS application or contact Admissions for further advice.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
to include Biology. English and Maths are accepted as GCSE equivalent at H1-H7 or O1-O4.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)
Considered in combination
OCR Certificate in Quantitative Reasoning (MEI) (Core Maths)
Considered in combination
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
OCR Certificate in Quantitative Problem Solving (MEI) (Core Maths)
Considered in combination
Pearson Edexcel Certificate in Mathematics in Context (Core Maths)
Considered in combination
City & Guilds Certificate in Using and Applying Mathematics (Core Maths)
Considered in combination
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