Marine Science

Study marine science in cornwall’s distinctive marine environment graduate with training in physical marine science after undertaking practical, hands-on modules and training at sea on a research vessel opportunities to develop pure and applied marine sciences research projects with access to internationally-leading research groups placement opportunities within the offshore sector and marine and environmental agencies field course opportunities in the uk and overseas

Cornwall is an exceptional location to study issues related to the marine environment and the ocean. it is a perfect living laboratory which offers a diverse range of marine and coastal habitats, a wealth of natural resources, and creative and resilient communities to conduct fieldwork in. fieldwork is a key part of our marine science degree: taking learning into the field to explore the incredible marine and coastal landscapes in the region and beyond. several modules, including day and residential field courses*, will allow you to develop key field skills, put these into practice, and gain new research skills. throughout your first year, local field trips will provide a comprehensive introduction to the marine and coastal environment and communities of the local region. cornwall has an incredible diversity of cultural, ecological and physical landscapes, and the wider region has been recognised as a unesco world heritage site with a high density of conservation areas and sites of special scientific interest (sssi). it has been recognised as an area of outstanding natural beauty (aonb) containing some of britain's finest coastal scenery, including land's end and the lizard peninsula.

• Type: Optional

• Duration: 12 Months

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

Given the pressures to manage, adapt to and mitigate the effects of climate and environmental change, not least changes in sea level and the risks of coastal flooding, the employability prospects for graduates trained in physical marine science, particularly well-trained practically, are high and only likely to grow. likely career paths include: integrated coastal zone management environmental management modelling offshore renewables offshore hydrocarbons offshore carbon sequestration marine engineering conservation and marine policy

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: