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BSc (Hons) Marine Environmental Science

University of Portsmouth, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

Marine environments represent more than 95% of the world’s biosphere and supply 80% of the world's oxygen.

On this BSc (Hons) Marine Environmental Science degree course, accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES), you'll develop your understanding of this vital resource and learn how to protect its delicate ecosystems from climate change and overfishing.

General Eligibility

  • A levels – 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, Science

  • BTECs (Extended Diplomas) – DDM–DMM

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Placement year

On this course, you can do an optional work placement year between your 2nd and 3rd years to get valuable experience working in industry.

We’ll help you secure a work placement that fits your situation and ambitions. You’ll get mentoring and support throughout the year.

2 Year 1
  • Analysis of the Earth and Environment

  • Ecology, Plants and Human Impact

  • Environmental Processes and Hazards

  • Global Environmental Challenges

  • Introduction to Marine Ecology and Oceanography

  • Planet Earth

3 Year 2

Core modules:

  • Environmental Chemistry and Monitoring

  • Marine Organisms and Ecosystems

  • Oceanography

  • Research, Fieldwork and Professional Skills

Optional modules:

  • Energy Resources and the Science of Zero Carbon

  • Environmental Change

  • GIS and Remote Sensing

  • Introduction to Teaching

  • Modern Foreign Language (Institution-wide Language Programme)

  • Practical Boating Skills

  • Scientific and Technical Diving Techniques A

  • Scientific and Technical Diving Techniques B

4 Year 3

Core modules in this year include:

  • Dissertation

  • Marine Ecology and Conservation

Optional modules in this year include:

  • Analytical Methods For Earth and Environmental Sciences

  • Climate Change

  • Coastal Recreation - Planning and Management

  • Conservation Biogeography

  • Environmental Assessment and Management

  • Environmental Pollution and Waste Management

  • European Study Tour

  • Fisheries and Aquaculture

  • Tropical Study Tour

Language Requirement

The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).

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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