Overview

The Applied Marine Science course at University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) offers a 5-year, SCQF level 7-11 course, blending academic excellence with hands-on experience. Designed by active researchers at the UK’s oldest oceanographic institute, you will gain a holistic understanding of marine biology, chemistry, physics, and geology, from Scottish sea lochs to tropical reefs and polar oceans.

You’ll study in an inspiring coastal setting near Oban, nestled between a 13th-century castle and a cutting-edge marine science park. Our students benefit from exceptional staff support, access to world-class research facilities, and you’ll enjoy a year-long integrated work placement, preparing you for a career as a leader, researcher, or innovator in the marine sector.

What can I do on completion of my course?

Once you have successfully completed this course, you might like to consider careers in:

Academia/education

Aquaculture or fisheries industries

Data science

Environmental assessment and consultancy

Environmental education

Environmental management

Marine biotechnology

Marine conservation

Marine technology

Renewable energy sector

Research

Science journalism

Surveying

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Aquaculture

Coastal and shelf sea dynamics

Deep-seas ecology

Defining the marine carbon cycle

Fisheries ecology

Marine environmental impact assessment

Marine modelling

Polar seas

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

600 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Oban, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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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

PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

4 Scottish Highers at grade AABB or above

3 A levels at grade BBC or above

These must include two science subjects*

You must also have English and Maths at National 5, Standard Grade credit, or GCSE, or their equivalents

International students whose first language is not English must also meet relevant language competency standards

Applicants with other qualifications or experience will be considered on an individual basis

Advanced entry to year two may be possible with an HNC Applied Sciences or HNC Bioscience, with a minimum of A in the graded unit

Tuition Fees

Additional Details

For information on costs of this course please contact the campus where you wish to study.

Living costs

Oban

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

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

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