MSci (Hons) Marine Biology at University of Southampton

You'll study all forms of marine life and learn how to solve environmental challenges on this master's in marine biology. You'll work on our research vessels in Southampton, and discover the marine environment in Thailand. Graduate with the ability to work in research, wildlife management or conservation.

Faculty: Environmental and Life Sciences  |  Department: Ocean and Earth science  |  Duration: 4 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time (integrated)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

All modules are compulsory in the first 2 years, providing the foundations for the rest of the course. In years 3 and 4 you'll be able specialise in topics at the forefront of marine science knowledge. You'll also have the opportunity to carry out supervised original research.

Career pathways

Graduates commonly work in sectors including energy, oil and gas exploration firms involved in marine energy, fisheries and aquaculture organisations, engineering companies, marine conservation and environmental consultancies, public bodies, universities, museums and aquariums, wildlife trusts. Careers directly related to the course include marine ecologist, reef restoration project manager, aquaculture biologist, environmental engineer, oil spill response specialist, marine biotechnologist, marine policy expert, consultant in marine ecology.

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