Study Ocean Sciences with Foundation Year - BSc (Hons) at University of Plymouth in the UK, School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences

Ocean Sciences with Foundation Year - BSc (Hons)

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What will I learn?

Expand your knowledge of the oceans with BSc (Hons) Ocean Sciences with Foundation Year. If your current qualifications don’t allow you direct entry to degree level or if you have been out of formal education for some time, this course is for you.**Learn in Britain's Ocean City**\You'll be using our advanced equipment and research vessels at our landmark Marine Station for practical data collection, gaining sought-after experience in Plymouth's coastal environment.**Fieldwork from week one**\Participate in field trips to coastal and offshore locations, gain hands-on experience in real-world environments and apply your skills to study marine and oceanographic processes.**Focus on global challenges**\Work on projects addressing climate change, ocean health, and sustainable marine management, playing your part in making a difference to our marine world.**This course is for you if...*** you're passionate about understanding the physical processes that govern our oceans* you enjoy hands-on learning in both laboratory and field settings* you're eager to develop skills in data collection and analysis using advanced oceanographic instruments* you aspire to contribute to effective management and conservation strategies for marine environments.Plymouth is a founding member of the Defence Universities Alliance, a collaboration between the Ministry of Defence, the UK Armed Forces and the higher education sector, helping equip you with specialist, in-demand skills.

Which department am I in?

School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences

Study options

Full Time (5 Years)

Tuition fees
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Start date

September 2027

Venue

Main Site

Drake Circus,

Plymouth,

Devon,

PL4 8AA, Southern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
Information not available

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Start date

September 2027

Venue

Main Site

Drake Circus,

Plymouth,

Devon,

PL4 8AA, Southern England, United Kingdom

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