Ocean Exploration and Surveying

Launch your global career exploring and surveying the world’s oceans. Using industry-standard equipment and software aboard our fleet of survey vessels, you'll build the hands-on expertise and advanced skills demanded by industry.

Career ready skills
Use our advanced industry-standard survey equipment, research vessels and uncrewed surface vehicles for practical data collection, gaining sought-after experience and in-demand skills in Plymouth's coastal environment.

Fieldwork from week one
Participate in boatwork throughout your degree, immerse yourself in our optional international fieldtrip, gain hands-on experience in real-world environments and apply your skills to the hydrographic sector.

Professional diving and global fieldwork opportunities
Boost your credentials with the HSE Professional SCUBA qualification and a dedicated scientific diving module (optional), alongside opportunities for overseas field courses and industry-based experiences.

This course is for you if...

• you're eager to develop skills in hydrographic surveying, using advanced, industry-standard equipment

• you’re passionate about understanding the ocean and seafloor, and the processes that shape them

• you enjoy hands-on learning through boatwork, fieldwork and labwork

• you aspire for a career that combines science, adventure and real-world impact.