Overview

Learn from the best

The University of Plymouth are at the forefront of knowledge in how marine ecosystems work, how organisms function, evolve, behave and interact. This fundamental knowledge also translates into management and conservation.

From the laboratory to field

Developing rigorous scientists through practical experience in core research skills and cutting-edge techniques and analyses.

Facing global challenges

We'll prepare you to find the answers to fundamental questions and solutions for the challenges associated with climate change, habitat loss, pollution and sustainable food production.

Careers

As a graduate of this Marine Biology (Hons) offered by the University of Plymouth, your career options are as expansive as the oceans you study. Whether you want to become a research scientist or work in the field of conservation, we’ll assist you throughout your degree to ensure that by the time you graduate you’ll be en-route to the career of your choice.

This is a competitive but fascinating and dynamic field and our graduates can be found all over the world ...

In research institutions
Working with charities and NGOs
Monitoring the environment and fisheries
Working on the filming and / or production of nature documentaries
Promoting important marine conservation messages
Providing commercial environmental or ecological consultancy services
Influencing government policies through research and campaigning
Inspiring and educating the scientists and conservationists of tomorrow
Communicating science through scientific journalism

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 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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General requirements

GCSE

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

A levels

128 points, including a minimum of 3 A levels - including a grade B or above in Biology.

BTEC RQF National Extended Diploma/ QCF Extended Diploma

A typical offer would be DDD, depending on the BTEC and units studied.

All Access courses

Science related Access Diplomas are considered. Must include a minimum 15 credits in biology units, Typically, we would require 36 Level 3 credits at Distinction and 9 Level 3 credits at Merit.

T level

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International Baccalaureate

33 overall, to include Higher Level Biology grade 5. English and Maths are accepted within as GCSE equivalent at Higher Level Grade 4 or Standard Level Grade 5.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

19200 GBP / year

≈ 19200 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

≈ 9790 GBP / year

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.

Funding

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