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Ocean and Geophysics BSc (Hons)

Bangor University

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

About This Course

This degree focuses on the role of the oceans in the Earth system and their influence on climate past, present and future. The first two years aim at developing a general understanding of the Earth system and the role of the oceans within that system. There is particular focus on the roles of the shallow seas, which surround the continents, and on interactions between ice and the oceans. In the third year you will then specialise with modules including computer modelling of the ocean and a geophysical residential field work. This course therefore places a particular emphasis on gaining skills and knowledge of direct relevance to industry, particularly in relation to issues such as future climate change, sea level rise, marine pollution and exploitation of marine renewable energy. You will be able to investigate practical aspects of physical oceanography through computer modelling, laboratory experiments and fieldwork, which includes a programme on our research ship.

Why choose Bangor University for this course?

  • World-leading research and teaching spanning 50+ years. Our expertise covers all aspects of marine science, with research interests spanning tropical coral reefs to the polar oceans.
  • Local fieldwork takes place in the UNESCO designated GeoMôn geopark, Snowdonia National Park, the Menai Strait and the Irish Sea.
  • Facilities include a research ship, supercomputers, state-of-the art survey equipment and oceanographic moorings for data collection.
  • We share our site with Marine Centre Wales, providing direct links with industry, and those involved with marine renewables, providing opportunities for you to undertake projects with industry.

Careers

This course is ideal preparation for careers, in both industry and academia, associated with marine renewables, climate change research, offshore survey, coastal zone management and broadcast media, where the ability to collect and analyse and animate large numerical data sets using computers and computer graphics is in high demand.

We have a strong record of employability supported by a large Alumni network, which contains many of the leaders of the UKs offshore industry including marine renewable energy. Many of our graduates return regularly to talk to current undergraduates about career prospects. Alumni also offer direct and personal career advice on request by individual students.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

Students living in Hong Kong
(International fees)

£ 20,000per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

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QUALIFICATION TYPE

A level

A level :

Including a grade B in Maths or Physics and usually in 1 other science subject  (Physics, Maths, Chemistry, Geology, Environmental Science, Geography, Economics, Psychology). General Studies and Key Skills not accepted.

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University information

Bangor University

Bangor University

Bangor University

  • University League Table

    68th

  • Campus address

    Bangor University, Bangor (Wales), LL57 2DG, Wales

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With more than 10,000 students from across the world, Bangor University offers a diverse and friendly environment.
Bangor University offers postgraduate scholarships, studentships, and bursaries for international students.
The uni's International Student Support Office offers free guidance on any concerns, from student life to visas, family to accommodation, or general wellbeing.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Geology

    27th out of 30 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 229
    102 44%

    28th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    80.0 80%

    15th

    9

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.14 79%

    14th

    14

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