MSc Oceanography (Marine Biology and Ecology)
University of Southampton
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Study our Oceanography MSc at the University's School of Ocean and Earth Science, based at the National Oceanography Centre Southampton (NOCS). NOCS is home to the largest single group of marine and earth scientists in the world. On this master's you'll work alongside experts in their field as you learn how to become an oceanographer. You'll learn how they develop their understanding of marine systems, from coasts to the vast unexplored deep ocean.You’ll be taught by researchers at ...Read more

Study our Oceanography MSc at the University's School of Ocean and Earth Science, based at the National Oceanography Centre Southampton (NOCS). NOCS is home to the largest single group of marine and earth scientists in the world. On this master's you'll work alongside experts in their field as you learn how to become an oceanographer. You'll learn how they develop their understanding of marine systems, from coasts to the vast unexplored deep ocean.You’ll be taught by researchers at the forefront of their disciplines, contributing to some of today’s biggest challenges, such as:sea-level riseocean pollutionsustainable fisheriesclimate changedeep-sea miningmarine biodiversityThis course is open to UK and international students who are passionate about working in marine science but may not have previous experience. This course welcomes students from all scientific backgrounds. Oceanography is a numerate discipline and this is reflected in some of the modules you will take.You’ll benefit from the centre’s modern equipment, laboratory facilities and dedicated teaching vessel, Callista. Our flexible course structure means you can mix and match your module choices to adapt your studies around career goals.

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17th
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Entry requirements

Youll need a 2:1 degree in one of the following subjects: environmental science, geology, physics, physical geography, a biological science, chemistry, or mathematics.

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£11,000 per year

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£31,200 per year

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University of Southampton
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