Study MSc Oceanography (Marine Biogeochemistry) at University of Southampton in the UK, Ocean and Earth Science

MSc Oceanography (Marine Biogeochemistry)

UK

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What will I learn?

Study our Oceanography MSc at the University's School of Ocean and Earth Science, based at the National Oceanography Centre Southampton (NOCS). NOCS is home to the largest single group of marine and earth scientists in the world. On this master's you'll work alongside experts in their field as you learn how to become an oceanographer. You'll learn how they develop their understanding of marine systems, from coasts to the vast unexplored deep ocean. You’ll be taught by researchers at the forefront of their disciplines, contributing to some of today’s biggest challenges, such as:sea-level riseocean pollutionsustainable fisheriesclimate changedeep-sea miningmarine biodiversityThis course is open to UK and international students who are passionate about working in marine science but may not have previous experience. This course welcomes students from all scientific backgrounds. Oceanography is a numerate discipline and this is reflected in some of the modules you will take.You’ll benefit from the centre’s modern equipment, laboratory facilities and dedicated teaching vessel, Callista. Our flexible course structure means you can mix and match your module choices to adapt your studies around career goals.

Which department am I in?

Ocean and Earth Science

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
£31,200.00 (US$ 40,293) per year
This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

Waterfront Campus

European Way,

Southampton,

SO14 3ZH, Southern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
£31,200.00 (US$ 40,293) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

Expected August 2027

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Waterfront Campus

European Way,

Southampton,

SO14 3ZH, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

Youll need a 2:1 degree in one of the following subjects: environmental science, geology, physics, physical geography, a biological science, chemistry, or mathematics.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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