MSci Marine Biology
About this course
MSci in Marine Biology, a four-year undergraduate programme. Core topics include programming, data analysis, statistics, research methods, fieldwork, and science communication. The first three years follow the same structure as the Marine Biology BSc, with the fourth year dedicated to a substantial research project. The programme is based on the coast, adjacent to the Irish Sea and the Menai Strait.
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Entry requirements
Offers are tariff based, 128-152 tariff points from a Level 3 qualification e.g.: A Levels: Including 2 science subjects (Biology, Physics, Maths, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science/Studies, Economics, Psychology). General Studies and Key Skills not accepted. BTEC National Extended Diploma in Applied Science : DDM-D DD Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma in Applied Science : DDM-D DD City & Guilds Advanced Technical Extended Diploma (1080) in Environmental Conservation or Countryside & Environmental : DDM-D DD International Baccalaureate Diploma (Including grade H5 in at least one science subject) Welsh Baccalaureate is accepted Access to HE Science* Pass required T-levels: considered on a case-by-case basis. We also welcome applications from mature applicants. *Similar subject areas may be considered on a case-by-case basis. For full details go to our website and for a full list of accepted Level 3 qualifications, go to www.ucas.com
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What students say
Based on about 11 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 95%
- Learning opportunities: 90%
- Assessment and feedback: 86%
- Academic support: 93%
- Organisation and management: 86%
- Learning resources: 95%
- Student voice: 90%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 33 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 10%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 65%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 60%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 85 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 26%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 8%
- East Midlands: 7%
- West Midlands: 8%
- East of England: 10%
- London: 2%
- South East: 10%
- South West: 8%
- Wales: 14%
- Scotland: 6%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Modules
- Ecology & Evolution
- Marine Biology Practical 1
- Diversity of Marine Life
- Fundamentals of Oceanography
- Environmental Data and Analysis
- Environmental Data Analysis
- Science Skills Tutorial
- Marine Physiology and Behaviour
- Marine Biology Practical 2
- Marine Ecology
- Ship-based Field Course
- Cwrs Maes Llong
- Communicating Science
- Estuary and Shelf Sea Processes
- Tides, Waves, Marine Energy
- Marine Ecosystems and Processes
- Extreme Marine Habitats
- Intertidal Field Project
- Dissertation
- Sharks and their Relatives
- Marine Mammal Science
- Larval Ecology
- North American Atlantic Coast Ecology
- Marine Conservation and Exploitation
- Fish Biology and Ecology
- Research Project Investigation
- Advanced Research Skills
- Research Preparation
- Perspectives in Marine Science
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MSci Marine Biology at Bangor University earn?
The median salary is £27,000 after 15 months, £23,500 after 3 years, £26,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £22,000 and £35,500. The £26,500 median after five years is £500 more than the UK median for Ecology and environmental biology.
What do graduates of MSci Marine Biology at Bangor University do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MSci Marine Biology at Bangor University?
95% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MSci Marine Biology at Bangor University?
The average entrant had 140 UCAS points.
Does MSci Marine Biology at Bangor University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on MSci Marine Biology at Bangor University?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.