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BSc Marine Biology,

Swansea University

Institution
Swansea University
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Marine Biology, BSc (Hons)
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
C160
Typical offer
A-level ABB

Entry requirements

A level: ABB-BBB to include A Level Biology or Human Biology IB: 32 to include 5 at Higher Level or 6 at Standard Level Biology

About this course

BSc in Marine Biology, exploring ocean life and marine ecosystems. Core topics include Data Analysis, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Fieldwork. The programme includes a Biosciences Research Project and a tropical marine ecology field course, alongside boat-based marine biology studies.

Modules

  • Cellular & Microbial Biology
  • Becoming a Scientist
  • Ecology and Behaviour
  • Evolution and Genetics
  • Life in the Oceans
  • Animal and Plant Diversity
  • Amrywiaeth Anifeiliaid a Phlanhigion
  • Marine Invertebrates
  • Boat Based Marine Biology
  • Ecological Data Analysis
  • Marine Biology Field Course
  • Ichthyology
  • Oceanography
  • Molecular Ecology
  • Tetrapod Evolution
  • Ecological Microbiology and the Cycles of Life
  • Population and Community Ecology
  • Biosciences Research Project
  • Professional Laboratory Skills
  • Professional Skills in Marine Biology
  • Tropical marine ecology field course
  • Tropical marine ecology and conservation
  • Ecology of Marine Megafauna
  • Fisheries and aquaculture
  • Advanced Data Analysis
  • Macroevolution and Phylogenies
  • Science Communication with Placement
  • Movement ecology
  • Epidemiology of zoonotic diseases
  • Natural Products Biotechnology
  • Hormones and Behaviour
  • Animal behaviour - from individuals to groups