BSc Marine Biology

University of Essex

Bachelor's degree

In Colchester

£ 9,250 + VAT

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Colchester

  • Duration

    3 Years

About the course
On our marine biology course you dive into a fascinatingly complex world of whales, coral reefs, fish, deep sea trenches, coastal lagoons, sea ice, and tropical seagrass beds

The vast majority of life on earth is found under the sea; but exactly how much remains unknown, since there is so much still to be explored


At Essex, we take you on a journey of discovery from the poles to the tropical reef systems of the Pacific, Indian and Atlantic Oceans

We work on ecosystems from estuaries and coastal environments to oceanic systems, and on conservation and resource management


You gain an expert knowledge of marine biology through study of essential core modules and the flexibility to specialise in the areas that interest you most, including:
The major types of marine communities, including aquatic mammals and fish
Direct and indirect human impact on the marine environment
Coral reefs, seagrass beds and mangrove systems
Marine and freshwater taxonomy and biodiversity
Diving and snorkel-based practices
Your individual research project allows you to develop your own interests

Previous topics have included shellfisheries and water quality, turtle ecology in Greece and coral reef conservation strategies in the Caribbean and Indonesia


There are numerous opportunities to go on field trips as part of this course, although please note that these may be subject to additional costs

These are provided against the relevant modules under the "Structure" tab


During one field trip to Wakatobi Marine National Park in Indonesia, our students were able to participate in an underwater lecture:
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Facilities

Location

Start date

Colchester (Essex)
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Wivenhoe Park, CO4 3SQ

Start date

On request

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Subjects

  • Conservation
  • Project
  • Systems
  • Biodiversity
  • Teaching
  • Biology
  • Ecology
  • Marine Biology
  • Skills and Training

Course programme

Example structure
Studying at Essex is about discovering yourself, so your course combines compulsory and optional modules to make sure you gain key knowledge in the discipline, while having as much freedom as possible to explore your own interests. Our research-led teaching is continually evolving to address the latest challenges and breakthroughs in the field, therefore to ensure your course is as relevant and up-to-date as possible your core module structure may be subject to change.
For many of our courses you’ll have a wide range of optional modules to choose from – those listed in this example structure are just a selection of those available. The opportunity to take optional modules will depend on the number of core modules within any year of the course. In many instances, the flexibility to take optional modules increases as you progress through the course.
Our Programme Specification gives more detail about the structure available to our current first-year students, including details of all optional modules.
Year 1
Scientific and Transferable Skills for Biosciences


Marine Biology Field Skills
Genetics and Evolution


Plant Biology and Ecosystems




Microbiology




Animal Evolution, Ecology & Behaviour
Marine Ecology


Year 2
Marine Biodiversity


Professional Skills for Ecological and Marine Scientists
Marine Vertebrates
Coral Reef Biology (optional)
Ecology: Populations and Communities (optional)
Biodiversity and Conservation (optional)
Plant Molecular Physiology and Genetics (optional)
Microbial Diversity and Biotechnology (optional)
Tropical Marine Field Research Skills (optional)
Final year
Research Project in Ecological and Marine Sciences
Estuarine and Coastal Ecology Field Module
Fisheries Ecology
Pollution: Impacts and Management (optional)
Conservation Management and Practice (optional)
Freshwater Ecology (optional)
Oceanography and Marine Conservation (optional)
Interdisciplinary Science Group Project Module (optional)
Research Project in Biological Sciences (interdisciplinary) (optional)
Animal Behaviour (optional)
Year abroad
On your year abroad, you have the opportunity to experience other cultures and languages, to broaden your degree socially and academically, and to demonstrate to employers that you are mature, adaptable, and organised. The rest of your course remains identical to the three-year degree.
Teaching
Learn through a combination of lectures, laboratory sessions and coursework
Gain experience collating and interpreting data, and reporting findings clearly and concisely
Benefit from teaching at our local marine biology field centre
Assessment
Degrees are awarded on the results of your written examinations together with continual assessments of your practical work and coursework
Conduct a research project into marine biology in your final year of study
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com/66068751>watch it on our Vimeo channel</a> within your browser </p> “My fondest memories of studying at Essex will be the travelling opportunities it has given me, particularly intensive field courses where I was instructed by scientists at the forefront of my subject I was also happy to conduct my postgraduate studies at Essex due to the University’s high research status in biological status and because of the notable scientists within the Department ” Sarah-Jane Walsh, BSc Marine and Freshwater Biology, 2009 Professional accreditation This course is approved by the Royal Society of Biology You also have the opportunity to develop your practical skills with UK and overseas field trips, including a part-subsidised visit to our Indonesian coral reef research centre, where you gain scuba dive certification Study abroad Your education extends beyond the university campus We support you extending your education through providing the option of an additional year at no extra cost The four-year version of our degree allows you to spend the third year studying abroad in an English-speaking country or employed on a placement, while otherwise remaining identical to the three-year course Studying abroad allows you to experience other cultures, to broaden your degree socially and academically, and to demonstrate to employers that you are mature, adaptable, and organised Recent destinations include: Curtin University of Technology University of Western Australia Northern Arizona University University of Hawaii Hilo Macquarie University Placement year Alternatively, you can spend your third year on a placement year with an external organisation This is usually focussed around your course, and enables you to learn about a particular sector, company or job role, apply your academic knowledge in a practical working environment, and receive inspiration for future career pathways Our expert staff As one of the largest schools...

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