Marine Biology

Gain an understanding of the biology of marine organisms and their ecosystems, with particular emphasis on large marine vertebrates experience extensive direct field work in the uk and a bespoke marine biology residential at an international location learn and develop skills, concepts and experience to understand all aspects of marine ecosystems and the pressures they face, ranging from overexploitation to climate change

We pride ourselves in offering an extensive range of field courses across our biosciences programmes with exciting local, national and international destinations. these field courses not only allow you to apply the knowledge gained in the classroom to real-world situations in superb locations, but also provide a fantastic opportunity to forge lasting relationships with fellow students and academics. depending on ythis programme of study, you’ll have the opportunity to choose from a range of options including visiting impressive seabird breeding colonies in scotland or watching grizzly bears fish for salmon in alaska. please note, whilst a compulsory field course is included in the tuition fee, some optional/alternative field courses may incur additional costs. field course destinations are subject to change.

• Type: Optional

• Duration: 12 Months

• Fees: Contact us for up-to-date information

Many of our graduates are employed in discipline-relevant roles in the uk and overseas including laboratory-based positions, conservation management, ecology, teaching and nursing. others use the skills gained on their course to enter widely different career paths in law, business or management. whatever you choose to do after graduation, your biosciences degree will stand you in good stead, with excellent employment prospects and transferable skills. below are a few examples of initial jobs undertaken by graduates from our biosciences undergraduate programmes*. recent graduates are now working as: conservation professionals biological scientists environment professionals laboratory technicians welfare and housing associate professionals web design professionals public relations professionals photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators archivists and curators

Work while you study

You can also work on a UK student visa, from 10 to 20 hours per week during the academic year, 40 hours per week or full-time during vacations.

Partnerships

Most universities in England have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. University of Exeter has partnerships with the following companies: