Venues

Edinburgh Campus

Content

BSc (Hons) Marine Biology will provide you with the knowledge and subject-specific skills relevant to working with marine organisms and marine habitats, the practical applications of marine biology and its relationship to the broader biological sciences disciplines. ?

You’ll learn the principles of all biological components of marine science and related environmental sciences including:?
Marine fauna and flora; Marine environments and habitat ecology; Oceanography; Marine and coastal environmental management and conservation; Marine resource development; Marine biotechnology.

You’ll develop your critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and problem-solving skills. You’ll learn about scientific concepts, evaluate research findings, and present innovative solutions to complex biological problems using a range of media. You’ll work independently and collaboratively, and engage in group projects, scientific discussions, and research initiatives.?

Entry Requirements

2027 entry requirements:
4 Highers at AABB (Standard entry) or BBBC (widening access entry) including a science subject plus English and Maths or Applications of Maths at National 5.

For entry to year 2 you would require 2 Advanced Highers at BB including Biology plus above.