Marine Biology

Newcastle University

Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Biomedical sciencesBiology

Marine Biology BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at Newcastle University, based in Newcastle upon Tyne, taught full-time over 3 years. 78% of final-year students rated the course positively in the National Student Survey, and graduates earn £21,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is ABB.

A-Level Entry

ABB

Typical offer · UCAS

Student Satisfaction

78.37%

NSS · Office for Students

Avg. Graduate Salary

£21,000

15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni

About this course

Our Marine Biology BSc Honours degree provides you with a holistic understanding of human interaction with the marine environment. You learn about invertebrates, fish, seabirds and marine mammals, as well as plants, algae and cyanobacteria. You also explore the chemical and physical properties of the oceans and their impact on marine life.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades ABB
Scottish Higher AABBB
BTEC DDD

Career Prospects

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Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Newcastle upon Tyne
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Biomedical sciences, Biology
Avg. Graduate Salary
£21,000