University of Plymouth

BSc (Hons) Ocean Science

University of PlymouthPlymouth, United Kingdom

Course overview

Are you motivated by a desire to understand processes in the world’s oceans that drive phenomena such as ocean circulation, ocean acidification, sea-level rise or coastal erosion? If so, join BSc (Hons) Ocean Science at the University of Plymouth.

Key highlights

  • Explores ocean circulation, ocean acidification, sea-level rise and coastal erosion
  • Option to take a placement alongside the three-year degree

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 112 — Our typical offer 112 UCAS points You may be eligible for a contextual offer Contextual offers: Typically, the contextual offer for this course is 8 points below the advertised tariff .
  • GCSE: 4/C or above — to include Mathematics, English, Science
  • T-level: Merit — any 3 science pathways, plus GC
  • International Baccalaureate: 28 — overall to include 5 at HL in a rele

Scholarships

  • Early Payment Discount

    In addition to any scholarship students may be eligible for, we are offering students a £500 discount off the first year’s tuition fees.

    Up to £500
  • International Undergraduate Welcome to Plymouth Scholarship

    Students will receive £4,000 off tuition fees in their first year of study, £1,000 off tuition fees in the second year and £1,000 off in the final year of study

Careers this course leads to

  • Oceanographer
  • Marine scientist
  • Coastal scientist
  • Environmental consultant
  • Hydrographic surveyor
  • Marine research technician

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £19,200 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 University of Plymouth, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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