UG extended MSci degree in Marine Biology.
The oceans are a key element for the existence of life on Earth. 97% of all the water on Earth, and 99% of the habitable space on this planet, is in the ocean’ (source: NASA).
Marine biology is the interdisciplinary study of life in the ocean. At the present time, the position of marine biology graduates has never been as critical to the functioning of our society, economy and environment. Complex issues such as overfishing, pollution and climate change are colliding to bring about extraordinary and sometimes catastrophic changes in marine systems. As a marine biologist you will apply cutting edge technologies to help tackle these issues on a scale from molecules to ecosystems.
With regards to marine resources management the UK’s territorial waters stretch over 6.8 million km² (over fourteen times the terrestrial landmass) and within this vast area lies the blue economy: marine renewable energy, oil, gas, fish, minerals and rare earth metals. To manage these resources in a sustainable manner requires assessment and guidance from highly-skilled marine biologists.
Within this context the Marine Biology degree at QUB is based on a research-led teaching format and will prepare students for a future in a diverse range of careers including marine conservation, environmental consultancy, documentary film making, wildlife tourism, fisheries management and academic study.
Course Details - Modules
Modules are not listed for this Course.
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
C162
Institution code:
Q75
Campus Name:
Main Site
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
A-level Biology or Double Award Science required.
A-level General Studies and Critical Thinking are normally excluded from offers. However, the grade achieved may be taken into account when results are published in August and may be used in a tie-break situation.
Advanced Higher Biology required.
Offers are normally made on the basis of a combination of Scottish Highers and Advanced Highers.
6,6,6/6,6,5 to include Higher Level Biology.
To include Higher Level grade H2 in Biology.
If not offered at Higher Level then Ordinary Level grade O4 in Chemistry, English and Mathematics.
GCSE Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics at grade C or better. GCSE Double Award Science grades CC acceptable in lieu of GCSE Biology and Chemistry.
Scottish National 5 Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics at grade C or better.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.
Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
85%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
55%
Go onto work and study:
80%
Fees and funding
England
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
Channel Islands
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
4530.0
Year 1
Republic of Ireland
4530.0
Year 1
EU
21400.0
Year 1
International
21400.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
Fees listed are for 2021-22. The tuition fees for 2022-23 are not yet available.
http://www.qub.ac.uk/Study/Undergraduate/Fees-and-scholarships/
Provider information
University Road
Address2 are not listed for this Course.
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Belfast
BT7 1NN
Career tips, advice and guides straight to your inbox.