Ocean Science (Hons) Bangor University

Overview

This Ocean Science (Hons) degree offered at Bangor University 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.

We place a particular emphasis on developing knowledge and skills, including field, lab and computer-based techniques, of direct relevance to industry, particularly in relation to issues such as future climate change, sea level rise, marine pollution, and exploitation of marine renewable energy.

Career

As a graduate of this BSc (Hons) Ocean Science degree, the range of employment options after completing is extensive and includes: Government agencies (Environmental Agency, Met Office) Environmental consultancy and management Climate research Accountancy and insurance brokers Education Renewable energy industries.

You will graduate with a range of transferrable skills, including data collection analysis, fieldwork and research techniques, marine technology and instrumentation, environmental monitoring and conservation, skills in writing, presentation skills, programming and modelling skills. These practical skills can be applied in various career paths, including marine research, environmental consulting, coastal management, fisheries and government organisations involved in ocean conservation.