Physical Oceanography MSc at Bangor University

A one-year MSc giving thorough training in the theory and application of physical oceanography for graduates in physical, mathematical or other numerate sciences. The course has run for over 40 years and covers oceanographic instrumentation, observational techniques, computational fluid dynamics, data analysis and modelling.

Faculty: School of Ocean Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Bangor, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Two taught semesters cover the physics of the ocean and its role in the climate system, including practical oceanography with remote sensing, numerical modelling and fieldwork on small boats and the research vessel Prince Madog. In the second semester students complete a literature review followed by a major research project chosen in consultation with the course team.

Career pathways

Graduates work in oceanographic and marine consultancies serving the oil and engineering industries, government laboratories and agencies responsible for estuarine and coastal waters, and the Met Office and national oceanography centres. Many continue to higher degrees and academic careers.

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