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Ocean Science and Marine Conservation - BSc (Hons)
University of Plymouth

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(4.2)

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Qualification

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

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Location

Main Site

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Study mode

Full Time

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Start date

Sep 2027

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Duration

3 Year

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Course info

Explore the ocean’s inner workings and how to protect its life and ecosystems. This course blends ocean science, ecology, and marine policy to prepare you for a career in conservation, sustainability, and marine research.


Learn in Britain's Ocean City

\ You'll be using our advanced equipment and research vessels at our landmark Marine Station for practical data collection, gaining sought-after experience in Plymouth's coastal environment.


Fieldwork from week one

\ Participate in field trips to coastal and offshore locations, gain hands-on experience in real-world environments and apply your skills to study marine and oceanographic processes.


Focus on global challenges

\ Work on projects addressing climate change, ocean health, and sustainable marine management, playing your part in making a difference to our marine world.


This course is for you if...

* you have a deep appreciation for marine life and ecosystems, with a desire to protect vulnerable habitats. * you're curious to explore how ocean systems work and how human activity affects them. * you're excited to study aboard our fleet of research vessels, using industry-standard oceanographic and surveying equipment. * you aspire to drive real-world change and thrive in an impactful career. Plymouth is a founding member of the Defence Universities Alliance, a collaboration between the Ministry of Defence, the UK Armed Forces and the higher education sector, helping equip you with specialist, in-demand skills.

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WUSCA Student ranking
87th/91
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Complete University Guide ranking
67th
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Complete University Guide Geology ranking
23rd
What students say
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Tuition fees
Student living
£19,200 per year
Students from International

Accomodation- Room type – standard en suite (288): Cost: 199 per week. Total annual rent: 8,159 (for a 41-week licence).

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Uni info

The University of Plymouth is a modern campus university ideally placed in the centre of Britain's Ocean City, Plymouth,...

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CUG ranking 67th
University of Plymouth
Drake CircusPlymouthDevonPL4 8AAUnited Kingdom
Nearest train station:Plymouth 0.2 miles away
Nearest tube station:Heathrow Terminals 1 2 3 110.5 miles away