Course summary
"Explore Oceanography at a global top 100* university. You'll study at the National Oceanography Centre Southampton (NOCS), home to one of the largest group of marine and earth scientists in the world and ranked 4th in the world in Oceanography for academic rankings of global universities.** This degree is designed primarily for students with no previous specialisation in marine science such as graduates with a degree in biological sciences, chemistry or materials science, physics, mathematics, environmental science, and physical geography. The programme includes compulsory introductory modules that provide a foundation in interdisciplinary marine science, along with the opportunity to specialise in particular areas through an option of modules, as well as research project experience. To highlight the specialisations possible through the option modules of the programme, we have developed “pathways” of suggested module choices, which include:
- Marine Biology and Ecology
- Physical Oceanography and Climte Dynamics
- Marine Biochemistry
- Marine Geology and Geophysics.
Modules
For a full list of modules, please visit our website.
Assessment method
You'll assess you through written examinations, practical assessments, boat work report, coursework, written dissertation, and an oral presentation.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Marine Engineering, Science and Technology, Institute of
How to apply
International applicants
English language requirements: band G, IELTS 7.0 overall, with a minimum of 6.5 in all components.
Entry requirements
UK 2.1 Bachelor Hons degree or above or an equivalent standard in other qualifications approved by the University in one of the following subjects: environmental science geology physics physical geography a biological science chemistry mathematics
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | Band G: 7.0 with 6.5 in each component |
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £26352 | Year 1 |
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| International | £26352 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Please see our website for further details and updates: www.southampton.ac.uk/uni-life/fees-funding.page
Sponsorship information
For UK students, bursaries to cover some of the costs of the course and living expenses can be applied from the Society for Underwater Technology. For details of application procedures please contact the Administrative Officer (Postgraduate Taught Programmes).
Provider information
University of Southampton
Highfield
Southampton
SO17 1BJ