Study marine biology and ocean science

Join a university with an international reputation for providing courses associated with the sea
Students crouched down on the shoreline looking through the seaweed.

6 Learn in Britain's Ocean City

You'll be using our advanced equipment and research vessels at our landmark Marine Station for practical data collection, gaining sought-after experience in ҹèÊÓƵ's coastal environment.

6 From the laboratory to field

Developing rigorous scientists through practical experience in core research skills and cutting-edge techniques. 

6 Focus on global challenges

Work on projects addressing climate change, ocean health, and sustainable marine management, playing your part in making a difference to our marine world.
  • Æ

    Our city's seafront location hosts one of the highest concentrations of marine scientists in Europe.

  • Æ

    Study in the UK's first National Marine Park

Marine Biology degrees

Covering biology, physiology, ecology, oceanography, evolution and behaviour disciplines, our Marine Biology degrees give you the opportunity to tailor your degree to your passions.

ҹèÊÓƵ students on HSE SCUBA Diving Course.
BSc (Hons) Marine Biology
Marine Biology and Coastal Ecology students sitting and learning on a beach in South Africa during a fieldtrip.
BSc (Hons) Marine Biology and Coastal Ecology
Marine Biology and Oceanography students taking part in fieldwrok ona rocky shoreline.
BSc (Hons) Marine Biology and Oceanography

Ocean Science degrees

Covering oceanographic science, hydrography, marine ecology, practical boat work, field trips and scientific diving, our suite of Ocean Science degrees focus on developing the skills, knowledge and experience that place our graduates in high demand.

falcon spirit
BSc (Hons) Ocean Science
Montagu Island
BSc (Hons) Ocean Exploration and Surveying
Shoal of small fish swimming together over seafloor with seagrass, Atlantic ocean.
BSc (Hons) Ocean Science and Marine Conservation

Marine conservation

Covering ecology, conservation, and the marine and social sciences, this course is designed to equip the next generation of marine conservation leaders with the knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience needed to make a lasting impact. 

Manta ray under the sea, swimming in the ocean
BSc (Hons) Marine Conservation (Planned new course for 2026)
Conservation Biology students conduct Fieldwork at Shaugh Prior, Dartmoor.
You might also be interested in our biological science degrees
 
Gain a professional diving qualification alongside your studies.
ҹèÊÓƵ is the only University in the UK offering you the opportunity to gain the HSE Professional SCUBA certification alongside your degree.
Explore and monitor underwater ecosystems as you learn to conduct underwater surveys, assess marine biodiversity, and gain industry-recognised diving qualifications to enhance your career prospects.
HSE SCUBA Diving Course
Students training for HSE Professional SCUBA diving certification alongside their degree. Quarry dive.
 

Postgraduate opportunities

Students doing experiments on Falcon Spirit
Ocean science students conducting experiments on research vessel, Falcon Spirit.
Marine Station wet lab
Specialist wet lab facilities at the Marine Station.
At the beginning of their second year, Marine Biology students go on an experimental field course to Portugal, resized
Marine Biology student in Portugal.
Marine students on a research expedition
Students on a research expedition.

Visit us to get a taste of life here at ҹèÊÓƵ

Open days are the best way to get a feel for studying at the ҹèÊÓƵ.
Book your place
Two student ambassadors holding 'here to help' signs at an undergraduate open day.