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BSc (Hons) Marine Biology

University of Portsmouth ( Navitas ), United Kingdom
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Course Overview

You can apply to be a Registered Marine Scientist when you finish the course. You'll also meet some academic requirements to become a Chartered Marine Scientist. To give you the best chance of securing a great job when you graduate, our Careers and Employability service can help you find relevant work experience during your course. We can help you identify placements, internships, and voluntary roles that will complement your studies. Our partners include commercial, research, and non-profit organizations such as Maidenhead Aquatics Field Studies Council ORCA Blue Marine Foundation. You can also participate in high-profile research projects through the Institute of Marine Sciences. After you leave the University, you can get help, advice, and support for up to 5 years from our Careers and Employability service as you advance in your career.

General Eligibility

Typical offers

  • A level – ABB–BBB

  • UCAS points – 120-128 points to include 3 A levels, or equivalent, with 40 points from A level Biology. For A groups, which include a separate science practical component, a pass is desirable and may strengthen an application 

  • BTECs (Extended Diplomas) – DDM

  • International Baccalaureate – 27

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Core modules this year include:

  • Biodiversity and Evolution

  • Experimental Biology

  • Graduate Employability Skills

  • Introduction to Marine Ecology and Oceanography

  • Introduction to Cell Biology and Biochemistry

  • Microbiology and Molecular Biology

2 Year 2

Core modules this year include:

  • Marine Organisms and Ecosystems

  • Research Skills

Optional modules in this year include:

  • Animal Adaptations

  • Business For Biosciences

  • Comparative and Evolutionary Psychology

  • Development: How Form and Function Changes

  • Genetics

  • Introduction to Teaching

  • Microbiology

  • Modern Foreign Language (Institution-wide Language Programme)

  • Oceanography

  • Plant Diversity, Development and Evolution

  • Practical Boating Skills

  • Scientific and Technical Diving Techniques A

  • Ecology Skills and Field Course

3 Year 3

Core modules this year include:

  • Fisheries and Aquaculture

  • Honours Project

  • Marine Ecology and Conservation

  • Marine Ecophysiology

Optional modules in this year include:

  • Climate Change

  • Microbiomes

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69
English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 5.5.

Ready to get started?

For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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