Marine Science (Hons) University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)

Overview

Throughout the Marine Science (Hons) BSc degree from The University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) you will explore the marine realm first hand and apply the latest technologies throughout your studies, with subjects such as oceanography, biogeochemical cycling, conservation, robotics, data analysis and instrumentation, polar seas, the marine carbon cycle, and much more. 

A brilliant springboard to success in your future marine science career, exit with a BSc (Hons) Marine Science or choose to pursue pathways in Arctic Studies, Marine Biology, or Oceanography and Robotics.

• Opportunities to exit with any of the following four pathways:
  • BSc (Hons) Marine Science
  • BSc (Hons) Marine Science with Arctic Studies
  • BSc (Hons) Marine Science with Marine Biology
  • BSc (Hons) Marine Science with Oceanography and Robotics
• Opportunity to spend one or two semesters at:
  • the University Centre in Svalbard (UNIS) in the Arctic Circle
  • Coastal Carolina, USA
  • or at another partner university
• Study at the Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS), Scotland's premier independent marine research institution, located between a 13th century castle and the European Marine Science Park
• Founded in 1884 by Sir John Murray, the father of oceanography, SAMS is among the oldest marine science organisations in the world
• Excellent staff to student ratio, giving you an unmatched opportunity to learn from and with a team of highly research-active and globally connected researchers
• Access to internationally renowned marine laboratory facilities
• Based on the coastline of Oban, the ideal location for studying marine science, on the beach of a stunning peninsula on the iconic and diverse west coast of Scotland
• Independent research projects and field courses form a key part of your studies
• Study the biology, chemistry, physics, and geology of the marine environment, from Scottish lochs to the deep sea and from polar seas to the tropics
• Gain expert numerical, technical, analytical, field sampling, time management, and communication skills, to develop your critical thinking abilities and vastly improve your employability
• Spread your wings while studying with us: read this blog about an exchange experience in the Netherlands 'Kilts meet Clogs'
• UHI were 1st in Scotland and 3rd in the UK for earth and marine science studies - Guardian University Guide 2022 and 2023
• 100% Student Satisfaction, National Student Survey (NSS) 2020, 2021, 2022

Career opportunities:

Once you have successfully completed your BSc (Hons) Marine Science course, you might like to consider careers in:

• Academia/education

• Aquaculture or fisheries industries

• Environmental assessment and consultancy

• Environmental education

• Environmental management

• Environmental tourism

• Marine biotechnology

• Marine conservation

• Marine technology

• Renewable energy sector

• Research

• Science journalism

• Surveying

• The oil industry