BSc (Hons) Marine Environmental Science

Course Overview

The ongoing threats to our natural environment mean the world needs people with specialized scientific knowledge to safeguard marine resources for future generations. This means you'll have plenty of job opportunities after the course. What jobs can you do with a Marine Environmental Science degree? Our graduates have taken on the following roles: Marine Scientist, Marine Environmental Consultant, Environmental Chemist, Geographic Information Scientist, Marine Conservation Officer, Environmental Policy Officer, Fish Health Inspector, Coastal Management Officer, and Wildlife Protection Officer. You could also continue your studies at the postgraduate level. When you finish the course, you can apply for Associate Membership of the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) and get Chartered Membership of the IES within 4-5 years, with appropriate work experience. Chartered Membership of the IES is required in many environmental careers.

General Eligibility

Typical offers

• A level – ABB–BBC

• UCAS points – 112–128 points, with 32 points from an A level in a Science subject (Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science/Studies, Geography, Geology, Mathematics or Physics) or equivalent

• T levels – Merit. Acceptable subjects include Health, Healthcare Science, and Science.

• BTECs (Extended Diplomas) – DDM–DMM

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 5.5.