Ocean Science (Hons) Bangor University

Overview

It 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.

This degree provides a rigorous multidisciplinary foundation together with more specialised training offered across a wide range of marine topics. The course is designed to provide the knowledge and skills needed to embark on a scientific career applied to the sea and places a strong emphasis on practical and field skills. 

The high degree of flexibility and choice allows students to develop their own particular strengths and interests and move on into a wide range of careers. Students are able to decide which area of Marine Science interests them most and choose modules accordingly with options in Biology, Chemistry, Geology and Physics.

Why choose Bangor University for this Ocean Science (Hons) course?

• This course offers choice from all disciplines of marine science but still allows in-depth study of at least one subject area. 

• Our expertise covers all aspects of the marine science, with research interests spanning tropical coral reefs to the polar oceans. 

• Local fieldwork takes place in the UNESCO designated GeoMôn geopark, Snowdonia National Park, the Menai Strait and the Irish Sea.

• Facilities include a research ship, supercomputers and state-of-the art survey equipment.  Oceanographic moorings for data collection.