Marine Geography, BSc (Hons)

The Marine Geography programme explores the world’s oceans and coasts, supporting sustainable industries like shipping, tourism, and renewable energy. As the UK’s only such degree, it blends physical and environmental geography to address global challenges such as ocean acidification and rising sea levels. Students benefit from fieldwork in the Bristol Channel, Glamorgan Heritage Coast, and international locations like Malta and Greece, engaging in activities including offshore surveying, water quality monitoring, and ecological mapping. Graduates develop skills to tackle marine environmental issues, with hands-on experience and research alongside leading scientists.Key features include professional accreditation from IMAREST and RICS, enabling chartered status and industry connections. The programme boasts high student satisfaction, flexible options to switch degrees, extensive UK and overseas fieldwork, access to advanced facilities like GIS labs and a research boat, and partnerships with organisations for placements and projects.