Marine Biology with Oceanography University of Southampton

Overview

This  Marine Biology with Oceanography MSci course offered by the University of Southampton examines the biology of marine organisms within their environments, from intertidal coasts to deep sea and hydrothermal vents systems. You'll learn how marine plants and animals interact with their environment and respond to change. This will prepare you for a range of careers such as research and wildlife management, or for work in government agencies. 

You'll become part of one of the largest marine science communities in Europe through the world-leading research institution, the National Oceanography Centre Southampton (NOCS). Our research vessels are only a 10-minute walk from the lecture theatres. Boat-based fieldwork is an important part of the programme.

With this course, you can:

• gain detailed knowledge of marine biota and the physics, chemistry and sedimentology that influence them

• cover a broad variety of topics, from hydrothermal vents to coastal lagoons

• take part in a full fieldwork programme including residential trips

• complete an independent research project working alongside active research staff

• get practical experience of doing experiments, learning to adapt to sea state and weather conditions, collect samples, and use ocean instrumentation

• select optional modules depending on your area of interest – for example, you can study palaeobiology and explore how fossils are used to study ecology

• choose from a variety of semester abroad study opportunities

Career Opportunities

This degree will allow you to develop and evidence subject-specific and targeted employability skills. This includes the required skill set for a range of future careers, further study, or starting your own business.

The skills you can expect to focus on and gain from this course include:

• Research

• Critical thinking

• Self-management

• Communication

• Teamwork

Accreditation

• This degree is accredited by the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST).