MSci Geological Oceanography

The MSci in Geological Oceanography at Bangor University is a four-year undergraduate degree that provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the Earth's oceans and their interaction with the atmosphere, land, and cryosphere. Students will learn about the physical, chemical, and biological processes that occur within the ocean, as well as the impact of human activities on these processes. The course will also cover topics such as coastal and marine geology, ocean circulation, waves, and tides, as well as the application of mathematical and statistical techniques to oceanographic data. By the end of the degree, students will have gained the skills and knowledge necessary to understand and address some of the most pressing environmental challenges facing our planet today.

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This course is ideal for students who are interested in pursuing a career in marine science, oceanography, or related fields. Bangor University has excellent facilities for studying oceanography, including access to the nearby coastline and the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art equipment. The university also offers a variety of opportunities for students to engage in research and fieldwork, providing valuable hands-on experience.

Pursue Your Passion for Marine Science at Bangor University

Bangor University is an excellent choice for students interested in pursuing a degree in Geological Oceanography due to its strong reputation in the field. The university's location on the northwest coast of Wales provides easy access to the Irish Sea, offering ample opportunities for fieldwork and research. Additionally, the university has a dedicated Oceanography Department with experienced staff who are passionate about teaching and research. By studying at Bangor University, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of Geological Oceanography and be well-prepared for a career in this exciting and important field.

Like its BSc counterpart, this four year degree focuses on the study of marine sediments within an Earth system science context. You will learn about sedimentary processes the origin, transport and deposition of particles in the marine environment, and marine sediments and rocks, in particular those formed in the past 2 million years, but also further back in time. This MSci differs from the BSc course as it places emphasis on gaining skills and knowledge of direct relevance to the offshore survey and hydrocarbon industry.

Geological Oceanographers are required to tackle issues such as offshore site investigation related to renewable energy infrastructure and oil and gas exploration, climate and sea-level change, and coastal erosion. These are challenging and buoyant areas of development; there is currently a lack of qualified people for these roles. After graduation, you will not only have a deep understanding of the ‘earth system’, but you will also have a broad range of practical skills in sedimentology, geophysics and geotechnics. The data integration skills we teach on this degree are in short supply in the offshore industry, this means you will have a good chance of getting a great job after you finish your degree.

We are one of the largest university centres teaching marine sciences in the UK and among the biggest in Europe.

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The 20 hours is total hours. It is not per job. If you hold multiple part-time jobs then the total hours of all the work you are doing added together.