University of Portsmouth

Marine Biology BSc (Hons)

University of PortsmouthPortsmouth, United Kingdom

Course overview

Begin your career as a marine biologist on this degree accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. Conduct research on the Solent European Marine Site at our internationally-renowned shoreside marine station.

Key highlights

  • Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology
  • Conduct research on the Solent European Marine Site
  • Study at an internationally renowned shoreside marine station
  • Optional sandwich year with a work placement

Entry requirements

  • A-level: BBB-BBC — Typical offers A levels - BBB-BBC UCAS points - 112-120 points to include 3 A levels, or equivalent, with 32 points from A level Biology.
  • UCAS tariff points: 112-120 — Typical offers A levels - BBB-BBC UCAS points - 112-120 points to include 3 A levels, or equivalent, with 32 points from A level Biology.
  • BTEC: DDM-DMM — BTECs (Extended Diplomas
  • International Baccalaureate: 25 — 5 points

Scholarships

  • Chancellor's Global Academic Merit Scholarship

    This scholarship will take the form of a £5,000 fee reduction that will apply to your first year of study.

    Up to £5,000
  • Sanctuary Scholarship

  • Sport Scholarships

    Please contact the provider

  • Vice Chancellor's Global Development Scholarship

    This scholarship will take the form of a £2,500 fee reduction that will apply to your first year of study.

    Up to £2,500

Careers this course leads to

  • Marine biologist
  • Marine conservation officer
  • Fisheries scientist
  • Environmental consultant
  • Aquarist
  • Marine research technician

Cost of study

UK/Home: £1,468 per year | International: £3,000 per year

Admission

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