Overview

Interested in marine biology but lack the usual qualifications?Tthe (Hons) Marine Biology with Foundation Year degree from the University of Plymouth might be for you

This course is for you if...

you're passionate about exploring marine life, from coastal margins to the deep sea

Planet earth with arrows around

you seek hands-on experience in both laboratory and field settings

Hand holding molecular structure

you are passionate about understanding and finding solutions to the challenges facing marine ecosystems

Ocean pollution - bottle and dead fish in sea

you want to develop the practical, intellectual and scientific skills to become a practising marine biologist

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Becoming a Successful Global Scientist
Exploring the Drivers of Our Natural World
Sustainable Development Project

Cells: The Building Blocks of Life

Marine Biology Field Course

Physical and Chemical Processes of the Ocean

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

76

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Plymouth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Biology Marine Science View 86 other Bachelors in Marine Science in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

76

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

UCAS tariff

48 - 64

A level applicants

48-64 points from a minimum of 2 A levels, including D in Biology and preferably further relevant Science subjects.

International Baccalaureate

24 overall, to include Higher Level 4 in Biology

English and Maths are accepted within as GCSE equivalent at Higher Level Grade 4 or Standard Level Grade 5.

BTEC RQF National Extended Diploma / QCF Extended Diploma

BTEC National Diploma modules

Access course

Science related Access Diplomas are considered.

T level

Pass in the Science pathway

GCSE

All applicants must have GCSE (or equivalent) English and Mathematics at grade C / 4 or above.

International qualifications

We welcome applicants offering a wide range of international qualifications. Applications are considered on an individual basis, depending on the subjects studied.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

19200 GBP / year

≈ 19200 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

≈ 9790 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part time (Home) - £815 per 10 credits.

Living costs

Plymouth

United Kingdom

731 - 1387 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.