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The BSc (Hons) Marine Biology program at Bangor University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the biological, chemical, and physical processes that shape marine ecosystems. The course covers a range of topics, including marine ecology, conservation biology, marine microbiology, and oceanography. Students will have the opportunity to study in one of the world's most diverse and productive marine environments, with access to cutting-edge research facilities and expert lecturers. This program is ideal for students who are passionate about the marine environment and want to make a positive impact on conservation efforts.
Students on this course will have the opportunity to participate in fieldwork trips to locations such as the Welsh coastline, where they can observe and collect data on marine species and habitats. They will also have access to state-of-the-art research facilities, including a range of analytical equipment and computational resources. Graduates of this program will be well-equipped to pursue careers in marine conservation, scientific research, or environmental management.
Bangor University is one of the world's leading institutions for marine biology research, with a strong focus on interdisciplinary collaboration and cutting-edge research techniques. The university's location on the North Wales coast provides students with unparalleled access to diverse and productive marine ecosystems, offering ample opportunities for fieldwork and data collection. Additionally, Bangor University has a long history of excellence in teaching and research in the biological sciences, providing students with a comprehensive education that prepares them for a wide range of career paths.
Marine Biology is the study of organisms that occupy 95% of the biosphere of our planet, living in conditions ranging from the polar seas (below -2℃) to hydrothermal vents (greater than 100℃). We are increasingly aware of the value of marine organisms for their role in influencing and indicating changes in our climate, for food, medicine and other products. The majority of the worlds species are found in the oceans; and range from the smallest micro-organism on the planet to the largest invertebrates such as giant squid and mammals like the blue whale. This very popular course allows you to study the fundamental aspects of the biology of marine life as well as more specialised aspects such as aquaculture, fisheries and marine biotechnology.
We are one of the largest university centres teaching marine sciences in the UK and among the biggest in Europe.
Our excellent teaching facilities include an extensive marine and freshwater aquaria with a suite of temperature controlled rooms.
We are on the coast, next to the Irish Sea and the Menai Strait so the perfect place to study ocean science, providing a range of habitat types for field courses and study sites for final-year projects.
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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.
This course typically involves up to 30 hours per week of lectures, practicals laboratory and fieldwork, private study, tutorials and project work. Many modules include day field trips, for example to intertidal mud flats and rocky shores. In year 2 there is a day trip and a field course based on the research ship and in year 3 hypothesis testing exercises are undertaken during the intertidal field project. You also have the option of an overseas field course in Virginia, USA. Your practical work is continually assessed, and examination of each module is by multiple choice questions, laboratory tests and written examinations. The dissertation is assessed by a presentation and a report.
Module listings are for guide purposes only and are subject to change. Find out what our students are currently studying on the Marine Biology BSc (Hons) Modules page.
Course content is for guidance purposes only and may be subject to change.
If you do not meet the English Language requirements to enter the International Incorporated Bachelors or the International Incorporated Masters, BUIC offers you a range of Pre-sessional English Programmes which you can take before you start these courses.
If you have an IELTS of 5.0 (with no component below 4.5), you will be offered a 6-week Pre-sessional English course immediately preceding your entry to the IYZ.
If you have an IELTS of 4.5 (with no component below 4.0), you will be offered a 12-week Pre-Sessional English course immediately preceding your entry to the IYZ.
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