Marine Biology, MSci (Hons)

This four-year integrated Master's programme in Marine Biology offers a thorough exploration of global marine sciences, focusing on the biology of marine organisms and their environmental interactions. Students progressively build knowledge and practical skills through laboratory work, fieldwork, and research vessel experiences, with opportunities for international study in unique UK and abroad locations. Delivered at the National Oceanography Centre Southampton (NOCS), a leading global hub for ocean and Earth science research, teaching, and technology, the programme is ranked first in the UK and fourth worldwide by the Shanghai Ranking for Oceanography in 2022. It holds accreditation from the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST), ensuring industry recognition.The curriculum features a diverse array of modules, including core first-year topics such as Data Literacy and Analysis, Earth and Ocean System, and Introduction to Marine Ecology and Evolution. Learning involves lectures, tutorials, coursework, and independent study, with assessments comprising essays, laboratory reports, group projects, oral presentations, and written exams. For a complete module list, refer to the course page. This professionally accredited qualification underscores the programme's high standards and global relevance.

We have a varied range of modules for all years. Examples of core modules for year one will include: Data Literacy and Analysis Earth and Ocean System Introduction to Functional Marine Biology Introduction to Marine Ecology and Evolution Introduction to Ocean Biogeochemistry Key Skills for Marine Scientists Marine Invertebrates Physics of the Ocean For full list of all modules available, please visit the course page: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/marine-biology-degree-msci#modules