Marine Science and Conservation BSc (Hons)
Bangor University
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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On this Marine Science and Conservation BSc, you will explore how the shape of the ocean floor gives clues as to how they were formed and what role they play in physical and biological processes today you will get to understand the forces that drive the ocean currents around our planet youll discover how complex biological ecosystems have evolved and how we have exploited the marine environment in more recent times. On this course, you will also develop a deep understanding of the principles of ...Read more

On this Marine Science and Conservation BSc, you will explore how the shape of the ocean floor gives clues as to how they were formed and what role they play in physical and biological processes today you will get to understand the forces that drive the ocean currents around our planet youll discover how complex biological ecosystems have evolved and how we have exploited the marine environment in more recent times. On this course, you will also develop a deep understanding of the principles of conservation and how those are applied in real-world settings. You will be exposed to the wide range of environmental and policy issues that arise in marine conservation and have options to study the overarching legal framework in which you would operate as a marine conservation professional.Never before has the need for conservation of our marine environment been more apparent and never before has it been as acute. This course will give you the breadth and depth of understanding that you need to make a difference. You will graduate with an integrated understanding of marine environments, conservation issues, marine policies and scientific practice and you will be perfectly trained to work for conservation organisations, government bodies, environmental consulting firms and NGOs at local, national or international level.Placement Year and International Experience Year AvailableCareersThe Marine Science and Conservation BSc not only provides sound scientific knowledge of the marine environment and its conservation, but places strong emphasis on the skills which are highly regarded by employers. Depending on your specialist module choices, you can apply for jobs across a wide range of disciplines such as conservation, education/public-engagement, environmental consultancy, environmental impact assessment, marine management or for further postgraduate study. Our alumni have successful careers in industry, universities, NGOs and public sector organisations both in the UK and overseas.

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WUSCA ranking:
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15/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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27th
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68th
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Mallory
24 Feb 25

I think Bangor University is the best place I could be studying, especially for my course. It has amazing facilities that other universities do not and offers many opportunities..Read more

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Maddie
24 Feb 25

The content is interesting, access to lectures during undergraduate studies is very easy, however masters is difficult as everything occurs in the ocean science center across the..Read more

Modules

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Scottish Higher

Scottish Higher:

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Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):

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Minimum of 5 Scottish Highers - some subject specific grades/Advanced Highers may be required.

We will accept this qualification in conjunction with other level 3 qualifications.

Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

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