Marine Science MSc

Course overview

The MSc Marine Science at Bangor University is an advanced, interdisciplinary programme designed for students who want to explore the complexity of the marine environment, from coastal ecosystems to global ocean processes. Combining ecological, physical, and computational approaches, this course equips graduates with the skills and knowledge needed to tackle pressing marine challenges, from climate change and fisheries management to renewable energy and coastal conservation. Course highlights Interdisciplinary approach: gain expertise in physical oceanography, marine ecology, fisheries science, and renewable energy - choosing your own path through these subject areas.

Field-based learning: participate in coastal and offshore research, working with real-world marine datasets. Research-led teaching: benefit from Bangor’s internationally recognised expertise in marine and environmental science. Career-ready skills: graduates are well-equipped for roles in environmental consultancy, marine policy, conservation, fisheries management, and scientific research.

This Marine Science MSc is ideal for students with backgrounds in marine science, environmental science, geography, biology, or related disciplines who are eager to deepen their understanding of marine systems and develop practical skills for careers in ocean and coastal management. If you are passionate about the marine environment and want to contribute to its conservation and sustainable use, this programme is for you.

Key highlights

Choose your own path across oceanography, ecology, fisheries and renewable energy
Coastal and offshore fieldwork working with real-world marine datasets
Combines ecological, physical and computational approaches to marine systems
Research-led teaching from internationally recognised marine and environmental scientists
Tackles climate change, fisheries management, renewable energy and coastal conservation

Entry requirements

IELTS: 6 — 6.0 IELTS 6.0 (5.5) overall (figure in brackets is the minimum in each component)

Scholarships

Deans Scholarship - Postgraduate Research
20% reduction in the published Postgraduate Research tuition fee for each year of study.
Up to 20% of fees
Heads of School Scholarship
10% reduction in the published Postgraduate Research tuition fee for each year of study.
Up to 10% of fees
Inclusive Bangor Scholarships
Payment towards tuition fees for one-year taught or research postgraduate Masters (or for two years if studying part-time). This will be capped at £9,500.
Refugee Scholarship
Vice-Chancellor Postgraduate Research Scholarships
50% discount on the published International Tuition Fee for each year of study.
Up to 50% of fees

Careers this course leads to

Environmental consultant
Marine policy officer
Marine conservation officer
Fisheries manager
Marine research scientist

Cost of study

International: £26,000 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Bangor University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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