Marine Science with Study Abroad BSc (Hons)
University of Exeter
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall

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Full Time

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Start date

23-SEP-24

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Duration

3 Years

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall

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Start date

23-SEP-24

Duration

3 Years

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OverviewStudy marine science in Cornwall’s distinctive marine environmentGraduate with training in physical marine science after undertaking practical, hands-on modules and training at sea on a research vesselOpportunities to develop pure and applied marine sciences research projects with access to internationally-leading research groupsPlacement opportunities within the offshore sector and marine and environmental agenciesField course opportunities in the UK and overseasHow will I ...Read more

Overview

  • Study marine science in Cornwall’s distinctive marine environment
  • Graduate with training in physical marine science after undertaking practical, hands-on modules and training at sea on a research vessel
  • Opportunities to develop pure and applied marine sciences research projects with access to internationally-leading research groups
  • Placement opportunities within the offshore sector and marine and environmental agencies
  • Field course opportunities in the UK and overseas

How will I learn?

  • Lectures
  • Seminars
  • Tutorials and small group discussion meetings
  • Seagoing and field work
  • Laboratory sessions
  • Independent study
  • Access to the latest geographical information systems (GIS), mapping statistics and coding software
  • Interactive activities such as discussion forums and blogging
  • Virtual field trips which integrate video and audio data, maps, datasets, documents and published research
  • Access to detailed information about modules and learning outcomes through our virtual learning environment

Assessment

Your progress is monitored through tutorial work and practical assessments. The final degree mark is based on approximately 50 per cent exam-based and 50 per cent coursework-based assessments. The latter include a final year dissertation, which is an independent research project in which you study the topic that excites you most. The modules taken in Year 1 must be passed to progress to Year 2, but the marks obtained do not influence your final degree classification.

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What students say
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Madeleine
25 Feb 24

I think the campus is gorgeous, the lecture and seminar rooms are nice and clean. The library is quiet, peaceful and has many single study spaces which are great. I think that the..Read more

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Aanya
19 Feb 24

Great location and lovely people in the area. Campus facilities are great..Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

AAB - AAA Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

AAABB - AAAAB Grades / Points required

Scottish Advanced Higher:

ABB - AAB Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:30,M:15 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

34 - 36 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DDD Grades / Points required

Excluding General Studies.Grade B in two Science Subjects required.

Grade B in two Science Subjects required.

Grade B in two Science Subjects required.

Pass the Access to HE Diploma with 30 L3 credits at Distinction Grade and 15 L3 credits at Merit Grade. To include 24 L3 credits at Merit Grade or above in two Science Subjects in related subject areas. Please also see GCSE requirements.

Applicants will be considered with IB 36-34 OR 666 or 665 in three Higher Level subjects. All applicants will be required to have Grade 5 in two HL Science Subjects.

Applicants studying a BTEC Extended Diploma will also require Grade B at A Level in two Science Subjects.

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 fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£29,700 per year

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Students from EU

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This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£29,700 per year

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University of Exeter
Penryn Campus Penryn Cornwall TR10 9FE United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Penryn Cornwall  0.4 miles away

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