BSc (Hons) Ocean Sciences with Foundation Year with Placement Year

Course Overview Embark on a comprehensive journey into oceanography with the BSc (Hons) Ocean Sciences with Foundation Year, a four-year program designed to build the essential skills for degree-level study. This course is the perfect starting point if your qualifications aren't sufficient for direct entry or you are returning to education, providing a supportive pathway to specialize in marine conservation, oceanography, or hydrography. Key Program Highlights Build a strong scientific foundation by studying the core physical, biological, chemical, and mathematical principles of marine science. Learn from research-active, passionate staff about the most pressing current issues and challenges in the marine environment. Gain hands-on, practical experience in the university's modern, well-appointed laboratories. Benefit from dedicated academic tutoring and excellent mathematics support through the SUM:UP drop-in centre. Seamlessly progress to choose a specialist pathway in marine conservation, oceanography, or hydrography upon successful completion of the foundation year.