You’ll cover a broad range of topics to provide you with a solid foundation of knowledge in Marine Biology. This foundation will help you understand more complex challenges and solutions as you progress in your degree.

You'll also be introduced to standard laboratory procedures, experimental design, sampling methods, field observations, and recording, analysing and displaying scientific information.

You’ll develop a deeper understanding of marine ecology. You’ll also learn how your marine biology skills apply to many different areas. These can include industrial, biotechnology and food production.

You’ll develop your skills and knowledge through laboratory practicals, workshops, field trips and a residential field course.

Modules

Compulsory modules

You take the following compulsory modules:

Optional modules

You take one of the following optional modules:

You take one of the following optional modules:

In Stage 3, you’ll complete your marine research project either in the UK or overseas. As part of your project, you’ll submit a scientific paper and present your findings to staff and students. This experience is invaluable as writing research papers is a core requirement in the field.

You'll also study advanced marine biology and zoology. These topics focus on the latest research within the field including deep-sea ecology, DNA meta-barcoding and conservation of whale populations.

Modules

Compulsory modules

You take the following compulsory modules:

Optional modules

You take one of the following optional modules: