MSci (Hons) Marine Biology at University of Hull

Programme overview

The integrated MSci Marine Biology builds on the accredited BSc with an advanced research year. It covers marine organisms, oceanography and the impact of ocean acidification and climate change, and is accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering | Department: School of Environmental and Life Sciences | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time; integrated masters | Location: Hull, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The BSc modules cover marine biology, evolution, ecology, oceanography and coastal seas. The MSci stage adds Research Skills in Environmental and Life Sciences, Project Planning and Preparation and a Research Project (MSci), with options such as Environmental Change in the Anthropocene, GIS and Remote Sensing, Global Conservation, Ecology for Conservation and Flood Resilience.

Career pathways

Graduates work as scientific officers with the Environment Agency, local councils and fisheries agencies, in environmental consultancy, or with wildlife trusts and conservation organisations.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer 104-120 UCAS points (A levels BCC to BBB; BTEC DMM to DDM). Contextual offer 96 UCAS points. At least 80 points must come from A levels, BTEC, or other equivalent qualifications. Applicants should have A level Biology/Applied Science at Grade C or above (or merit from relevant BTEC). Applicants taking the reformed A-level must also Pass the practical element. Alternative qualifications: IB Diploma: 30 points including 5 in HL Biology. Pass Access to HE Diploma overall with a minimum of 102-118 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 18 credits at Merit in Biology. International applicants: academic IELTS 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each skill.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Standard annual tuition fee for 2027 entry as published on the course page; year abroad, placement and foundation-year fees are charged separately and are not included. Fee shown is the standard annual course fee on the shared course page; no separate int Source

International applicants: GBP 21,520 a year (2027/28). Standard annual tuition fee for 2027 entry as published on the course page; year abroad, placement and foundation-year fees are charged separately and are not included. Fee shown is the standard annual course fee on the shared course page; no separate int Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://digital.ucas.com/coursedisplay/courses/f7a072d1-3563-4ad9-8576-1f966ac39a78

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