Marine Biology with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Marine Biology with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)
Interested in marine biology but lack the usual qualifications? This four-year degree includes a foundation year to build your study skills and scientific knowledge, helping you confidently progress into the full honours course.
Learn from the best
Were 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.
Interested in marine biology but lack the usual qualifications? This four-year degree includes a foundation year to build your study skills and scientific knowledge, helping you confidently progress into the full honours course.<br/><br/><strong>Learn from the best</strong><br/>Were at the forefront of knowledge in how marine organisms are composed, function, evolve and interact within ecosystems.<br/><br/><strong>From the laboratory to field</strong><br/>Developing rigorous scientists through practical experience in core research skills and cutting-edge techniques.<br/><br/><strong>Facing global challenges</strong> <br/>Well 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.<br/><br/><strong>This course is for you if...</strong><br/>- youre passionate about exploring marine life, from coastal margins to the deep sea<br/><br/><br/>- you seek hands-on experience in both laboratory and field settings<br/><br/><br/>- you are passionate about understanding and finding solutions to the challenges facing marine ecosystems<br/><br/><br/>- you want to develop the practical, intellectual and scientific skills to become a practising marine biologist.<br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C168
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
48
To include a minimum of two A levels including Grade D in Biology and preferably a second science.
Scottish Higher
Considered in combination - Refer to institution once qualification achieved
Access to HE Diploma
P:45
in a Science-based subject
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
24
24 points achieved to include H4 in Biology English and Maths accepted within.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MPP
in a relevant Science subject.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
48 UCAS points, to include H5 in Biology
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MM
In a relevant Science subject.
Scottish Advanced Higher
48 UCAS points, to include Grade D in Biology
Extended Project
Accepted in combination - Refer to institution once qualification achieved
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination - Refer to institution once qualification achieved
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination - Refer to institution once qualification achieved
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination - Refer to institution once qualification achieved
AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)
Considered in combination - Refer to institution once qualification achieved
OCR Certificate in Quantitative Reasoning (MEI) (Core Maths)
Considered in combination - Refer to institution once qualification achieved
OCR Certificate in Quantitative Problem Solving (MEI) (Core Maths)
Considered in combination - Refer to institution once qualification achieved
Pearson Edexcel Certificate in Mathematics in Context (Core Maths)
Considered in combination - Refer to institution once qualification achieved
City & Guilds Certificate in Using and Applying Mathematics (Core Maths)
Considered in combination - Refer to institution once qualification achieved
A level
48 UCAS points, to include a minimum of two A levels including Grade D in Biology and preferably a second science.
T Level
P
Science pathway
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
C
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
C
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
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