Applied Marine Science

The Applied Marine Science program from the University of Plymouth includes taught modules, research training, laboratory work, coursework, exams, a research project and dissertation. There are visits to local bays and estuaries and a field week working with complex instrumentation in the lab and at sea.

The Applied Marine Science program from the University of Plymouth provides you with the scientific knowledge, skills and experience – together with practical field experience carried out with local marine partners and companies – you need for an exciting career in marine science.

Key facts:

• Join a long established (1991), well-respected program with an excellent record for employment in the marine sciences sector.
• Develop confidence and competence in the theoretical and practical dimensions of marine science, deepening your scientific knowledge of the coastal environment and the pressures placed on it.
• Gain the skills and knowledge required to work as a marine scientist through a vocationally relevant program, while also benefitting from our strong research-based teaching, supported by ourmarine research groups.
• Become experienced in coastal zone management using a range of practical techniques and approaches to problem solving.
• Connect with local marine organisations including theUniversities'Marine Institute,Marine Biological Association,Plymouth Marine Laboratoryand theNational Marine Aquarium.
• Make the most of our links to commercial consultancy companies, local councils and environmental organisations that can provide project ideas and supervision on your dissertation.
• Access an extensive range of field/laboratory equipment, including theCOAST laboratories, our research vessel RV Falcon Spirit and a newwaterfrontMarine Station.
• Build the skills required to assimilate knowledge over a wide range of disciplines and apply them to environmental analysis.
• Benefit from the option of studying this program part time.

Courses include:

• Research Skills and Methods

• Marine Science

• Management of Coastal Environments

• MRes Dissertation