Programs / United Kingdom / University of Essex / MSci Tropical Marine Biology (integrated masters)...

MSci Tropical Marine Biology (integrated masters) including placement year

University of Essex 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
MSci Bachelor English

Course Overview

Course Overview This MSci in Tropical Marine Biology offers an immersive journey into the world's most vital marine ecosystems, from coral reefs to seagrass beds. The integrated masters program combines advanced theoretical knowledge with extensive practical field experience, preparing you for a career in marine conservation and research. You'll develop both specialist expertise and the professional skills demanded by today's employers in this critical field. Key Program Highlights Exclusive field trips to global locations like Indonesia's Wakatobi Marine National Park, featuring underwater lectures Integrated Masters pathway that completes final year in just 9 months instead of the typical 12-month MSc Specialization opportunities in coral reefs, marine conservation, aquatic mammals, and human impacts on marine environments Optional placement year with reduced tuition fees, gaining real-world experience with external organizations Independent research projects on topics like coral reef conservation, turtle ecology, and shellfisheries management

Available Intakes

October 2026
CampusColchester Campus
CityEssex
ModeFullTime
Duration60 Months
FeeGBP 19,080