Marine Biology with Oceanography

Learn data management and advanced oceanography fieldwork on this MSci Marine Biology with Oceanography degree. Prepare for ocean research and management roles. Marine Biology with Oceanography (MSci) starting September 2023 for 4 years This course will give you knowledge about the biology of the marine environment and how it relates to physical and chemical oceanography.

You'll cover advanced topics like data management for biologists and advanced oceanography fieldwork. This will prepare you for a range of careers such as research and wildlife management, or for work in government agencies. This degree examines the biology of marine organisms within their environments, from intertidal coasts to deep sea and hydrothermal vents systems.

You'll learn how marine plants and animals interact with their environment and respond to change. You'll become part of one of the largest marine science communities in Europe through the world-leading research institution, the National Oceanography Centre Southampton (NOCS). Our research vessels are only a 10-minute walk from the lecture theatres.

Boat-based fieldwork is an important part of the programme.