
Marine Conservation BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Marine Conservation BSc (Hons)
Do you want to be part of the solution to the biodiversity crisis, climate change, pollution or the destruction of the natural environment? Does the idea of solving these problems to help marine ecosystems excite you? BSc Marine Conservation is designed to train the next generation of marine conservation biologists and practitioners, preparing them with the knowledge and skills to secure a better future for marine wildlife and maritime communities.
Key features of the programme are:-
· A strong scientific foundation in theoretical aspects of ecology, conservation and...
Do you want to be part of the solution to the biodiversity crisis, climate change, pollution or the destruction of the natural environment? Does the idea of solving these problems to help marine ecosystems excite you? BSc Marine Conservation is designed to train the next generation of marine conservation biologists and practitioners, preparing them with the knowledge and skills to secure a better future for marine wildlife and maritime communities.<br/><br/>Key features of the programme are:-<br/>· A strong scientific foundation in theoretical aspects of ecology, conservation and marine ecosystems complimented by analytical skills in marine ecology and spatial marine management and policy.<br/>· Extensive experience of surveying a variety of marine habitats by boat and from the shore in and around the Plymouth Sound National Marine Park.<br/>· In depth exploration of how human activities impact marine ecosystems, and how our relationships to them can be enhanced to improve outcomes for both people and nature.<br/>· Practical experience of deploying management tools employed by practitioners working within ecology and conservation.<br/>· Consideration of current contemporary issues in marine conservation.<br/>· Strong external links with local conservation organisations, government organisations and ecological consultancies.<br/>· Opportunity to participate in UK and overseas field courses, and specialist research expeditions.<br/>· Opportunity to participate in a HSE professional diving course and an optional dedicated scientific diving module.<br/>· Optional placement year in the marine conservation sector facilitated by a dedicated university placements team.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
FC71
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
104
128
Access to HE Diploma
Pass Access to HE Diploma with 33 Level 3 credits at Merit or Distinction, including 15 Level 3 credits in a relevant Science subject
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
26
30
including Higher Level Grade 5 in a relevant Science subject: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Environmental Technology, Geography, Geology, Marine Science, Mathematics, Physics, Sociology, Statistics.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
DDM
in a relevant subject
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
104 - 128 Tariff points from Irish Leaving Certificate, including H3 in a relevant Science subject: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Environmental Technology, Geography, Geology, Marine Science, Mathematics, Physics, Sociology, Statistics.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*D
D*D*
in a relevant Science subject
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
DMM
DDM
in a relevant Science subject
Scottish Advanced Higher
104 - 128 Tariff points from a minimum of 2 Advanced Highers, including grade C in a relevant Science subject: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Environmental Technology, Geography, Geology, Marine Science, Mathematics, Physics, Sociology, Statistics.
Extended Project
Accepted in combination with other qualifications
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Accepted in combination with other qualifications
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Accepted in combination with other qualifications
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Accepted in combination with other qualifications
A level
104 - 128 Tariff points, from a minimum of 2 A Levels, including grade C in a relevant Science subject: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Environmental Technology, Geography, Geology, Marine Science, Mathematics, Physics, Sociology, Statistics.
T Level
M
in a Science pathway
Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate
Accepted in combination with other qualifications
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