Marine Biology and Oceanography, BSc (Hons)

Covering 70% of the planet with an average depth of 3,000m, the oceans demand integrated study of marine biology and oceanography. Explore how species thrive in extreme deep-sea environments, how currents drive migrations, and how climate affects marine life. Ranked top 15 in the UK and top 100 globally for Earth and Marine Sciences (QS World University Rankings 2023), our program offers unrivalled access to research vessels in Plymouth Sound Special Area of Conservation, the Marine Station, and the UK's highest marine biodiversity coastline in South Devon.Benefit from expert researcher staff, advanced facilities including molecular labs, seawater aquaria, and LABplus open-access resources. Gain practical skills through field/lab work, international courses in France and Sweden, ocean-going research, 6-12 month placements, and optional HSE PRO SCUBA qualification. Contribute to published student research amid Plymouth's world-leading marine hub, tailoring modules to your career in conservation and beyond.