Ocean Science

Bangor University

About This CourseOcean Science encompasses the study of all aspects of the global marine environment, from estuaries and coasts to the deep ocean. This course involves the application of specialist scientific disciplines (biology, chemistry, geology, mathematics, physics) to observe and to understand the diverse and often complex processes governing the Earth-Ocean-Atmosphere system.This degree provides a rigorous multidisciplinary foundation together with more specialised training offered across a wide range of marine topics. We have designed this degree to provide the knowledge and skills needed to embark on a scientific career applied to the sea; the practical and field skills elements of this course are a particular highlight. We offer a lot of flexibility and choice in order to allow you to develop your own particular strengths and interests and move on into a wide range of careers. You are able to decide which area of Marine Science interests you most and choose modules accordingly with options in Biology, Chemistry, Geology and Physics.Why choose Bangor University for this course?This course offers choice from all disciplines of marine science but still allows in-depth study of at least one subject area. Our expertise covers all aspects of the marine science, with research interests spanning tropical coral reefs to the polar oceans. Local fieldwork takes place in the UNESCO designated GeoMôn geopark, Snowdonia National Park, the Menai Strait and the Irish Sea.Facilities include a research ship, supercomputers and state-of-the art survey equipment. Oceanographic moorings for data collection.CareersThis course is the ideal preparation for careers in research, environmental impact assessment, hydrographic surveying, water supply and offshore industries, coastal authorities, government advisory bodies, the scientific media, ecotourism and other leisure industries and pressure groups. In particular, many students from this course have gone on to work in the renewable energy industry and marine resource management.