Marine Science, BSc, University of Exeter

the United Kingdom

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The award	How you will study	Study duration	Course start	Domestic course fees	International course fees
BSc	Full-time	3 - 4 years	September	find out	find out

About Marine Science, BSc - at University of Exeter

About this course

Study marine science in Cornwall's distinctive and diverse marine environment
Graduate with training in physical, biological, geological and environmental marine science through practical, hands-on modules
Develop a strong core knowledge of oceanography which encompasses mathematical, coding, data analysis, writing, research, and field skills including conducting research at sea
Gain access to leading research groups including Exeter Marine as you develop pure and applied marine sciences research projects
Boost your employability with placement opportunities within the offshore sector and marine and environmental agencies

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UCAS code: CF23

In your professional placement year you will learn to apply the knowledge learnt during your first and second years, improve personal and transferable skills, make new contacts and enhance your employability. Work placements allow you to gain experience of a professional workplace prior to graduating and develop your career focus, and are extremely valued by employers.

On the professional placement between your second and final years, you will gain valuable experience by spending a year working within an organisation appropriate to your degree. We have established collaborations with local, national and international organisations that you can consider when applying for placement positions. Past placement organisations have included Oceanwise, UK Hydrographic Office, and Alfred-Wegener-Institut.

The module convenor provides support while you are researching and applying for positions and you are encouraged to consider a range of organisations, including consultancies, charities, NGOs, research institutes and universities.

The professional placement year counts towards your degree through the completion of your placement and associated coursework. It contributes to your final degree classification, and the words 'with Professional Placement' will appear in your degree title.

If you spend a full year on a work placement (in the UK or abroad) you will pay a reduced fee. Find out more in the fees section.

You can apply to BSc Marine Science with Professional Placement directly through UCAS using the code above.

You are responsible for organising your own placement; however, we have established collaborations with local, national and international organisations that you can consider when applying for placement positions.

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Fees, Funding and Scholarships at University of Exeter

The University of Exeter invests heavily in scholarships to support top international students. These include the Exeter Excellence Scholarships, which are awarded to academically gifted and ambitious students from around the world, as well as country-specific scholarships for students applying from certain regions.

More information on the University’s international scholarships can be found here.

To search all available scholarships, please use the University’s funding database.

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