Overview

A focus on the practical application of survey technology to the marine environment gives you highly sought after skills in hydrographic surveying, mapping, measurement and visualisation of the seafloor and underlying geology.

Experience extensive vocational elements with an emphasis on hands-on experience using current hydrographic and surveying methods and state-of-the-art technology as used by the survey industry with the (Hons) Ocean Exploration and Surveying course from University of Plymouth .

Key facts

Examine the physical characteristics of the world’s oceans and seafloor and investigate practical techniques used to explore the oceans sustainably.

Course content is directed towards the requirements of the hydrographic survey industry. Graduates enter the marine exploration community worldwide.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Physical and Chemical Processes of the Ocean

Measuring the Marine Environment

Mapping the Marine Environment

Exploration and Geomorphology of the Oceans

Global Ocean Processes

Monitoring the Marine Environment

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

59

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TOEFL^® IBT

76

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105

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Plymouth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Biodiversity & Conservation Marine Science View 93 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

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

59

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TOEFL^® IBT

76

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105

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General requirements

UCAS tariff: 112-128

A Level: 112 -128 points to include a minimum of 2 A Levels, including Grade C in at least one relevant science subject

BTEC National Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma: DMM - DDM in a relevant science subject.

BTEC National Diploma modules: If you hold a BTEC qualification it is vital that you provide our Admissions team with details of the exact modules you have studied as part of the BTEC. Without this information we may be unable to process your application quickly and you could experience significant delays in the progress of your application to study with us.

Pass Access (Science), (including GCSE English and mathematics grade C or above or equivalent) with between 24-30 credits at Distinction depending on subject, the remaining units at Merit or above.

International Baccalaureate: 28 - 30 points overall to include at least one relevant science subject.

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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Accidents
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Tuition Fee

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International

18650 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 18650 GBP per year during 36 months.
National

9535 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9535 GBP per year during 36 months.

Part time (Home) - £795 per 10 credits.

Living costs for Plymouth

731 - 1387 GBP /month

Living costs

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