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Ocean Science encompasses the study of all aspects of the global marine environment, from estuaries and coasts to the deep ocean. This course involves the application of specialist scientific disciplines (biology, chemistry, geology, mathematics, physics) to observe and to understand the diverse and often complex processes governing the Earth-Ocean-Atmosphere system.
This degree provides a rigorous multidisciplinary foundation together with more specialised training offered across a wide range of marine topics. We have designed this degree to provide the knowledge and skills needed to embark on a scientific career applied to the sea; the practical and field skills elements of this course are a particular highlight. We offer a lot of flexibility and choice in order to allow you to develop your own particular strengths and interests and move on into a wide range of careers. You are able to decide which area of Marine Science interests you most and choose modules accordingly with options in Biology, Chemistry, Geology and Physics.
Why choose Bangor University for this course?
- This course offers choice from all disciplines of marine science but still allows in-depth study of at least one subject area.
- Our expertise covers all aspects of the marine science, with research interests spanning tropical coral reefs to the polar oceans.
- Local fieldwork takes place in the UNESCO designated GeoMôn geopark, Snowdonia National Park, the Menai Strait and the Irish Sea.
- Facilities include a research ship, supercomputers and state-of-the art survey equipment. Oceanographic moorings for data collection.
Additional Course Options
This course is available with a Placement Year option where you will study for 1 additional year. The Placement Year is undertaken at the end of the second year and students are away for the whole of the academic year.
The Placement Year provides you with a fantastic opportunity to broaden your horizons and develop valuable skills and contacts through working with a self-sourced organisation relevant to your degree subject. The minimum period in placement (at one or more locations) is seven calendar months; more usually you would spend 10-12 months with a placement provider. You would normally start sometime in the period June to September of your second year and finish between June and September the following year. Placements can be UK-based or overseas and you will work with staff to plan and finalise the placement arrangements.
You will be expected to find and arrange a suitable placement to complement your degree and will be fully supported throughout by a dedicated member of staff at your academic School and the University’s Careers and Employability Services.
You will have the opportunity to fully consider this option when you have started your course at Bangor and can make an application for a transfer onto this pathway at the appropriate time. Read more about the work experience opportunities that may be available to you or, if you have any questions, please get in touch.
This course is available with an International Experience Year option where you will study or work abroad for 1 additional year. You will have ‘with International Experience’ added to your degree title on graduating.
Studying abroad is a great opportunity to see a different way of life, learn about new cultures and broaden your horizons. With international experience of this kind, you’ll really improve your career prospects. There are a wide variety of destinations and partner universities to choose from. If you plan to study in a country where English is not spoken natively, there may be language courses available for you at Bangor and in your host university to improve your language skills.
You will have the opportunity to fully consider this option at any time during your degree at Bangor and make your application. If you have any questions in the meantime, please get in touch.
Read more about the International Experience Year programme and see the studying or working abroad options on the Student Exchanges section of our website.