Ocean Sciences with Foundation Year Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Ocean Sciences with Foundation Year Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Expand your knowledge of the oceans with BSc (Hons) Ocean Sciences with Foundation Year. If your current qualifications don’t allow you direct entry to degree level or if you have been out of formal education for some time, this course is for you.
Learn in Britain's Ocean City\
You'll be using our advanced equipment and research vessels at our landmark Marine Station for practical data collection, gaining sought-after experience in Plymouth's coastal environment.
Fieldwork from week one\
Participate in field trips to coasta...
Expand your knowledge of the oceans with BSc (Hons) Ocean Sciences with Foundation Year. If your current qualifications don’t allow you direct entry to degree level or if you have been out of formal education for some time, this course is for you.
Learn in Britain's Ocean City\
You'll be using our advanced equipment and research vessels at our landmark Marine Station for practical data collection, gaining sought-after experience in Plymouth's coastal environment.
Fieldwork from week one\
Participate in field trips to coastal and offshore locations, gain hands-on experience in real-world environments and apply your skills to study marine and oceanographic processes.
Focus on global challenges\
Work on projects addressing climate change, ocean health, and sustainable marine management, playing your part in making a difference to our marine world.
This course is for you if...
* you're passionate about understanding the physical processes that govern our oceans
* you enjoy hands-on learning in both laboratory and field settings
* you're eager to develop skills in data collection and analysis using advanced oceanographic instruments
* you aspire to contribute to effective management and conservation strategies for marine environments.
Plymouth is a founding member of the Defence Universities Alliance, a collaboration between the Ministry of Defence, the UK Armed Forces and the higher education sector, helping equip you with specialist, in-demand skills.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
2027-09-21
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
13 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A50-F85
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
A level
32 UCAS points to include minimum 2 A Levels include Grade E in relevant subject: Biology/Human Biology/Chemistry/Maths/Physics/Geography/Environmental Science/Environmental Studies/Geology.
T Level
Pass - Science pathway, plus GCSE Maths grade 4/C or above.
UCAS Tariff
To include minimum 2 A Levels include Grade E in relevant subject: Biology/Human Biology/Chemistry/Maths/Physics/Geography/Environmental Science/Environmental Studies/Geology.
Scottish Higher
Considered in combination with Advanced Highers
Access to HE Diploma
Pass Science Access overall
Scottish Advanced Higher
32 UCAS points to include minimum 2 Advanced Highers and a Pass in relevant science subject: Biology/Human Biology/Chemistry/Maths/Physics/Geography/Environmental Science/Environmental Studies/Geology.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
In a relevant science subject
Extended Project
Considered in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
24 points to include grade 3 at Higher Level relevant science subject: Biology/Human Biology/Chemistry/Maths/Physics/Geography/Environmental Science/Environmental Studies/Geology. English and Maths accepted within
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)
In a relevant science subject
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
32 UCAS points to include a relevant science subject: Biology/Human Biology/Chemistry/Maths/Physics/Geography/Environmental Science/Environmental Studies/Geology.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
In a relevant science subject
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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