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**This is a Connected Degree**
Portsmouth is the only University in the UK with the flexibility to choose when to do an optional paid placement or self-employed year. Either take a placement in your third year, or finish your studies first and complete a placement in your fourth year. You can decide if and when to take a placement after youve started your course.
**Overview**
Marine biologists are the first line of defence for our blue planet, and are crucial to enhance the ecology and environment of our oceans.
This BSc (Hons) Marine Biology degree, accred...
**This is a Connected Degree**<br/>Portsmouth is the only University in the UK with the flexibility to choose when to do an optional paid placement or self-employed year. Either take a placement in your third year, or finish your studies first and complete a placement in your fourth year. You can decide if and when to take a placement after youve started your course.<br/><br/>**Overview**<br/>Marine biologists are the first line of defence for our blue planet, and are crucial to enhance the ecology and environment of our oceans.<br/><br/>This BSc (Hons) Marine Biology degree, accredited by the Royal Society of Biology (RSB), will give you the skills you need to play your part. With conservation projects and world class facilities on our doorstep, Portsmouth is the perfect place to begin a career as a marine scientist.<br/><br/><br/>- Work on active conservation projects – such as the Solent Oyster Restoration Project, the Solent BioHut project, the Isle of Wight UNESCO Marine Biosphere, and the Solent Seagrass Restoration Project<br/><br/><br/>- Access the Solent European Marine Site with its wide range of environments through the Institute of Marine Sciences, our internationally renowned shoreside marine station<br/><br/><br/>- Go on a marine field trip abroad, where you can explore exotic, unique and diverse ecosystems<br/><br/><br/>- Get practical marine skills on our research vessels, including a large experimental raft, a 6-metre high-speed shallow draft launch for inshore work and a suite of sampling systems including dredges, grabs and nets<br/><br/><br/>- Build experience on a one-year work placement, study abroad at one of our partner universities, and learn powerboating with the Royal Yacht Association (RYA) or PADI-certified scientific and technical diving<br/><br/><br/>**Accredited by:**<br/>This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology.<br/><br/>**Careers and opportunities**<br/>On this BSc (Hons) Marine Biology degree, youll learn about a wide array of marine organisms, from phytoplankton to cetaceans, and how to protect the oceans and their delicate ecosystems against the growing threats of climate change, habitat destruction and resource exploitation.<br/><br/>When you graduate, youll be ready for a career in a range of marine science areas, such as conservation, resource management and aquaculture, or to pursue academic research, lab work, field work or policy making.<br/><br/>You could also continue your studies at postgraduate level. Many graduates go onto study MRes Science or MSc Applied Aquatic Biology.<br/><br/>**What can you do with a Marine Biology degree?**<br/>Previous graduates of this course have gone on to work in:<br/>- post-graduate research<br/><br/><br/>- coastal zone management<br/><br/><br/>- environmental toxicology<br/><br/><br/>- marine conservation<br/><br/><br/>- aquaculture <br/><br/><br/>- marine policy<br/><br/><br/>- marine resource management<br/><br/><br/>**Graduate roles**<br/>Roles previous graduates have gone on to do include:<br/>- lab analyst<br/><br/><br/>- field technician<br/><br/><br/>- agriculture supervisor<br/><br/><br/>- radioactive chemist<br/><br/><br/>- extraction scientist<br/><br/><br/>- day yacht skipper<br/><br/><br/>- watersports instructor<br/><br/><br/>- biology teacher <br/><br/><br/>**Placement year**<br/>After your second year, you can do an optional work placement year to get valuable longer-term work experience in the industry. Placements give you the opportunity to apply what youve learnt so far in a real workplace, boosting your employability and making you attractive to employers after graduation. <br/><br/>You can work for a company or organisation here in the UK or overseas, although our coastal location means there are many placement opportunities nearby.<br/><br/>Our partners include commercial, research and non-profit organisations such as:<br/>- Maidenhead Aquatics<br/><br/><br/>- Field Studies Council<br/><br/><br/>- ORCA<br/><br/><br/>- Blue Marine Foundation<br/><br/><br/>Whichever route you choose, youll receive support and guidance. Our specialist team of Science and Health Careers advisors can help you with finding a work placement and improving your employability skills. Theyll provide you with a database of placement vacancies, support with your job search, and support you throughout your placement year.
Portsmouth offers guaranteed accommodation to all Clearing applicants who accept an offer within 48 hours and enrol by 23rd August.
All Clearing students are guaranteed an offer of a room in halls, T&C's apply, visit Portsmouth's website to learn more.
Sign up for Priority Clearing to get accommodation information straight to your inbox as well as access to Portsmouth's VIP Clearing days on Saturday 19th August and Monday 21st August. Priority Clearing applicants will also get exclusive Clearing updates, a priority call back on Results Day, an invitation to a dedic...
Portsmouth offers guaranteed accommodation to all Clearing applicants who accept an offer within 48 hours and enrol by 23rd August.<br/><br/>All Clearing students are guaranteed an offer of a room in halls, T&C's apply, visit Portsmouth's website to learn more.<br/><br/>Sign up for Priority Clearing to get accommodation information straight to your inbox as well as access to Portsmouth's VIP Clearing days on Saturday 19th August and Monday 21st August. Priority Clearing applicants will also get exclusive Clearing updates, a priority call back on Results Day, an invitation to a dedicated Clearing webinar on Tuesday 1st August, and one-to-one application support.<br/><br/>Through the webinar and open days, students can get a feel for Portsmouth's welcoming campus and community before joining the university. With guaranteed accommodation, they can rest easy and ensure they are in the heart of the student community.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
23/09/2024
Campus
Main Site
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C160
Institution Code
P80
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
UCAS Tariff112 120 112-120 points to include 3 A levels, or equivalent, with 40 points from A level Biology. For A levels which include a separate science practical component, a pass is desirable and may strengthen an application. Scottish HigherAcceptable when combined with other qualifications. Access to HE Diploma112-122 Tariff points from the Access to HE Diploma (Science). International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme25 25 points from the IB Diploma, to include 3 Higher Level subjects, with 6 points from a Higher Level in Biology. 4 points from Standard Level English and Mathematics (if not passed at GCSE grade C or above). Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)GCSE/National 4/National 55 GCSEs at grade C or above to include English, Mathematics and Science/5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above to include English, Mathematics and Science. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Acceptable when combined with other qualifications. Scottish Advanced Higher112-120 Tariff points, to include Biology at grade C. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalCambridge Pre-U score of 48-50, to include a Principal Subject in Biology at M2. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)112-120 points from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate including 2 A levels with 40 points from A level Biology, plus the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)Acceptable when combined with other qualifications. A levelB,B,B B,B,C 112-120 points to include 3 A levels, with Biology at grade B. For A levels which include a separate science practical component, a pass is desirable and may strengthen an application. T LevelNot Accepted |
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