Marine Biology and Oceanography

Description

This degree explores the physical and chemical environments in which marine organisms live.

You gain a deep understanding of ocean currents, waves and the fluxes of various chemical substances and physical properties within the ocean and across its boundaries.

You also study the role of biological organisms in these important processes, and in energy and biomass transfer through the ocean system. This is a crucial topic in an era of climate change.

You will enjoy high levels of practical experience - using our coastal laboratory and research vessel - and develop skills for a range of careers in the marine sector.

We are one of the largest marine schools in Europe and our location near the coast provides fantastic fieldwork opportunities.

Quality and ranking

Marine Sciences at Newcastle ranks in the top 200 universities in the world in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2014.

Detailed Course Facts

• GBP 9000 Year (EEA)
• GBP 15490 Year (Non-EEA)

• English

Course Content

Our degrees are divided into Stages. Each Stage lasts for an academic year and you need to complete modules totalling 120 credits by the end of each Stage.

Please be aware that programme modules do change and therefore may differ for your year of entry.

Stage 1

Compulsory modules

• MST1001 Biodiversity of Marine Animals
• MST1004 Introduction to Marine Environmental Technologies
• MST1007 Introductory Oceanography
• MST1010 Marine Microbiology and Primary Producers
• MST1011 Marine Zooplankton
• MST1012 Research Skills
• MST1013 Field and Laboratory Techniques in Marine Biology
• MST1015 Marine Ecosystems

Stage 2

Compulsory modules

• MST2004 Marine Pollution
• MST2005 Biological Oceanography
• MST2006 Marine and Coastal Ecology
• MST2011 Marine Practical Skills
• MST2014 Biogeochemistry of Estuaries and Coastal Seas
• MST2015 Experimental Design and Statistics for Marine Science

Optional modules

You take three of the following optional modules:

• MST2001 Tropical Marine Environment and Ecology
• MST2002 Marine Fouling and Larval Ecology
• MST2012 Life in Extreme Environments
• MST2013 Marine Vertebrates
• MST2017 Graduate Employability Skills for Marine Scientists

Stage 3

Compulsory modules

• MST3016 Advanced Marine Biology and Oceanography
• MST3017 Global Marine Science
• MST3018 Marine Ecosystem Modelling

Optional modules

You take one of the following optional modules:

• MST3019 Research Project Overseas
• MST3095 Research Project: Marine Biology and Oceanography

You take three of the following optional modules:

• MST3003 Marine Biogeochemistry
• MST3020 Marine Chemical Ecology
• MST3021 North Sea Marine Science
• MST3022 Marine Biotechnology

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6.5 TOEFL iBT® test : 90

To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to

Requirements

All candidates are considered on an individual basis. If your qualifications are not listed here, please see our additional entry requirements web pages to find out which other qualifications are considered.

- A Levels

AAB-ABB including Biology and another science subject but excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking. Chemistry preferred at A/AS level but not essential. Mathematics required at GCSE (minimum grade B).

- Scottish Qualifications

AAABB-AABBB at Higher Grade including two science subjects. Advanced Higher Biology is preferred. Chemistry desirable at Higher Grade but not essential.

- International Baccalaureate

34-35 points preferably including Biology at Higher Level Grade 6. Chemistry preferred at Higher Level but not essential. Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and Chemistry required at Standard Level grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level.

- Irish Leaving Certificate

A1A1A1B1B-A1A1B1B1B at Higher Level including Biology at grade A. Chemistry is desirable.

- Access Qualifications

A unit in Biological Sciences is essential and units in Chemistry, Mathematics or Quantitative Methods desirable. At least 30 level 3 credits at Distinction and in addition at least 15 level 3 credits at a minimum of Merit.

- BTEC Level 5 HND

This is not an accepted entry qualification for this course.

- BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC National Diploma)

This is not an accepted entry qualification for this course.

- Cambridge Pre-U

D3,D3,M2-D3,M2,M2 in Principal Subjects including Biology and another science subject. Chemistry preferred but not essential. Mathematics required at GCSE (minimum grade B).

- PARTNERS - A Levels

BBB-BBC including Biology and preferably another science subject and excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking. Chemistry preferred at A/AS level but not essential. Mathematics required at GCSE (minimum grade B) if not offered at A/AS level.

The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle Universitys supported entry route for students from identified schools and colleges. Find out more about the PARTNERS Programme.

- PARTNERS - BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC National Diploma)

This is not an accepted entry qualification for this course.

The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle Universitys supported entry route for students from identified schools and colleges. Find out more about the PARTNERS Programme.

- English Language Requirements

For this degree you will need a minimum score of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Visit our International Students webpages to find out more about our English language admission requirements and English language support courses offered by INTO Newcastle University.

- International Foundation Programmes

If you are an international student and you do not meet the academic and English language requirements specified above, you should consider a preparation course at INTO Newcastle University, which will help to prepare you for study on this degree course. INTO Newcastle University is based on the University campus and offers a range of courses including the International Foundation in Biological and Biomedical Sciences.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Accreditation

We have a policy of seeking accreditation from The Institution of Marine Engineering Science and Technology (IMarEST) for all of our marine science degrees, so you can be assured that you will graduate with a degree that meets industry standards.