Applied Aquatic Biology MSc

    Applied Aquatic Biology MSc

    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 26,829 / year(s)
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026
    Applied Aquatic Biology MSc

    About

    Elevate your career on this Applied Aquatic Biology Master's degree. Learn how to tackle the complex challenges aquatic ecosystems face and foster a deeper understanding of aquatic biology.

    Located in the heart of diverse marine ecosystems, you'll engage in independent research projects that will equip you with the skills and knowledge to lead innovative solutions that make a lasting impact on the future of our aquatic ecosystems.

    You'll also benefit from time spent in our Institute of Marine Sciences, which is home to a thriving research environment and some of the best facilities in the country – ranking Portsmouth third of all post-1992 universities in the UK for research power.

    Once you graduate, you’ll be set to enter careers in conservation, consultancy, fisheries and further study.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Entry requirements

    Eligibility

    This course accepts UK, EU, and International students.

    September 2026 start

    • A second-class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. Professional experience and other qualifications may be taken into consideration for applicants not meeting this requirement. Applicants may be invited to attend an interview.

    Please get in touch if you're not sure if your undergraduate subject is relevant to this degree.

    Equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications will also be considered, such as previous study, employment, voluntary work and training courses, including courses and qualifications you didn't complete. Learn more about our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

    If you're applying as an international student with a non-UK degree, you’ll need to show you meet the UK entry requirements listed above.

    To find out if your non-UK degree or other qualification is accepted, please visit our page for your country and view the UK equivalent of your qualification.

    • English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 5.5.

    You do not need an IELTS or equivalent certification if:

    • you have a UK degree
    • you have a degree from a majority English speaking country (not taught by Distance Learning)
    • you are a national of a majority English speaking country

    Degrees taught solely in English from non-majority English speaking countries will be considered on a case by case basis. Find out more about our English language requirements.

    If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.

    Applicants may be invited to attend an interview.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 61
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 91

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    26,829 / year(s)
    Applied Aquatic Biology MSc
    University of Portsmouth
    University of Portsmouth
    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Portsmouth

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