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

You will study the form, function and classification of marine animals. You'll focus on cell biology and genetics, marine ecosystems and biological oceanography. You'll gain experience through laboratory classes, fieldwork and time on our research vessel.

You'll explore more advanced concepts of marine zoology, including molecular biology and genomics.

You’ll study organisms, from zooplankton to marine mammals and birds.

Compulsory modules

You take the following compulsory modules:

Optional modules

You take two of the following optional modules:

In your final year, you’ll complete a marine research project. This can take place in the UK or overseas.

As a 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 will focus on the latest research in the field, including:

• deep-sea ecology
• DNA meta-barcoding
• conservation of whale populations

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: