Geological Oceanography Mocean

The course aims to enable understudies to: Show understanding of units of measure and dimensional analysis

Have a sound grasp of basic numerical manipulation techniques

Be able to use mathematical and graphical techniques to describe scientific phenomena

Apply appropriate data analysis and statistical techniques to scientific data using Excel, Matlab and SPSS computer packages and correctly interpret the outcomes

Have an awareness of how to plan and conduct a simple experiment with appropriate regard to design and analysis issues

Apply appropriate spatial analysis techniques to data and correctly interpret the outputs

Develop an understanding of the scientific method to develop ideas, make observations, and set and test hypotheses

Be able to communicate the results of environmental scientific investigations to an appropriate audience

Apply appropriate temporal analysis techniques to data and correctly interpret the outputs

The course is ideal preparation for careers in research, oil and gas exploration and the offshore industry, environmental impact assessment. the water supply industry, coastal zone management, government advisory bodies and the scientific media.

340 300 points at A2/AS level (or equivalent) usually including A2 in two science subjects (Physics, Maths, Chemistry, Biology, Geology, Environmental Science or Geography), plus Grade C in GCSE Maths, two science subjects (or Double Award).
We consider Access and BTEC National Extended Diploma applicants and mature students on an individual basis.