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Marine Science

Course details
  • BSc (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 21/09/2026
  • Undergraduate
Course location
University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall

Course summary

  • Study marine science in Cornwall’s distinctive and diverse marine environment

  • Graduate with training in physical, biological, geological and environmental marine science through practical, hands-on modules

  • Develop a strong core knowledge of oceanography which encompasses mathematical, coding, data analysis, writing, research, and field skills

  • Gain access to leading research groups including Exeter Marine as you develop pure and applied marine sciences research projects

  • Boost your employability with placement opportunities within the offshore sector and marine and environmental agencies

  • To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.

Modules

For a full list of modules please visit our course page.

Assessment method

Please visit our course page for current assessment methods.

How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
CF21
Institution code:
E84
Campus name:
University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall
Campus Code:
C

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

Our International Student Support can help you with what you need to do before you arrive and when you get here as a new international student. They offer ongoing support throughout your studies whether that be setting up a bank account or arranging healthcare. Our Global Chums Buddy Scheme and our Intercultural Cafe provide opportunities to meet staff and connect with students. ISC University of Exeter provide pre-sessional English courses for international students as well as free insessional support.

For more information about entry requirements, bursaries and scholarships please visit our course page.

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - ABB - BBB

Excluding General Studies. Grade B in a Science Subject required.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM

Applicants studying one of the following subject areas in either the BTEC Extended Diploma, Diploma or Extended Certificate will be considered without GCE A-Level Science: Applied Human Biology, Applied Psychology, Applied Human Biology

Access to HE Diploma - D: 24 credits M: 21 credits

Pass the Access to HE Diploma with 24 L3 credits at Distinction Grade and 21 L3 credits at Merit Grade - To include 21 L3 credits at Merit Grade or above in a Science Subjects in related subject areas. Please also see GCSE requirements.

Scottish Higher - AABBB - ABBBB

Grade B in a Science Subject required.

Scottish Advanced Higher - BBB - BBC

Grade B in a Science Subject required.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 30 - 32 points

Applicants will be considered with IB 32-30 OR 655 or 555 in three Higher Level subjects. All applicants will be required to have Grade 5 in a HL Science Subjects.

GCSE Maths at grade B or 5 and GCSE English Language C or 4.

English language requirements

GCSE English Language with a minimum pass of Grade C or 4.

For further details on our English Language requirements please visit our website. http://www.exeter.ac.uk/undergraduate/applications/entry/#english-language

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

This tool provides a broad indication on entry information. When considering applicants at Exeter there are additional specific individual considerations taken into account. This includes eligibility for contextual offers, extenuating circumstances, whether applicants fall within UK or international targets, or whether they’ve applied for a capped programme or group. Please also make sure to check for specific subject requirements on our website www.exeter.ac.uk/study/undergraduate

Learn more on the University of Exeter website

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Data from:
This course and 8 other earth sciences courses
Date range:
2022-2024

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

94% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

This course has a required grade that may not be listed in the data. Check the entry requirements for the full qualification requirements.

How do you compare?

See how students with your grades have been accepted onto this course in the past.

Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students

85 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

90 Go onto work and study

The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£9790Year 1
Northern Ireland£9790Year 1
Scotland£9790Year 1
Wales£9790Year 1
Channel Islands£9790Year 1
EU£31200Year 1
International£31200Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

For full details regarding tuition fee and other costings, see: http://www.exeter.ac.uk/undergraduate/money/fees/

Sponsorship information

We understand the financial pressures that undergraduate students can face when arriving at university for the first time and that is why we offer bursaries to complement government loans for low household income families, scholarships for exceptional students, sportspeople and those meeting other criteria as well as expert funding advice and guidance.  For more information, please visit our course page.

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