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Marine & Freshwater Biology

University of Glasgow

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    University of Glasgow - Gilmorehill (Main) Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    15-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

The study of Marine and Freshwater Biology is more relevant than ever before. Aquatic habitats are of huge importance in regulating the health of the global ecosystem and at the same time are profoundly impacted by rapid environmental change. The aim of this programme is to deliver state-of-the-art, research-led teaching on the biological, ecological and evolutionary processes underlying both marine and freshwater ecosystems. Our teaching is guided by the most recent advances in genetics, molecular methods, data collection and quantitative analyses to form a solid background in conservation of marine and freshwater ecosystems.This degree on aquatic biology is unique in the UK for covering both marine and freshwater ecosystems. You’ll have many opportunities for hands-on experience with field work, through our residential national and international field courses, the Exploration Society expeditions and a range of field work and volunteering possibilities within or outside Glasgow university. Many of our students have seen their own research papers published in scientific journals.You’ll be taught by world-leading marine biologists, physiologicst, ecologists, and evolutionary biologists, whose research is making a world-changing impact in areas such as biodiversity and conservation of vulnerable marine and freshwater ecosystems, disease transmission, water quality assessment, environmental change, animal evolution and adaptation. This degree programme is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. We have an Exploration Society to help you organise and conduct scientific expeditions in all parts of the world.Our Marine and Freshwater Biology degree has extensive course sharing with the Zoology degree programme in terms of critical skills that are necessary for any future career and animal biology more specifically, but also includes more specialised courses related to aquatic environments. This means that there are a wide range of career options available related to both terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. The skills, knowledge and credentials of our Marine and Freshwater Biology graduates enable them to access and excel at a wide range of job types, such as: environmental consulting, academic research, education, science photography and film making, science journalism, conservation, environmental impact assessment, aquaria management/keeping, business, museum curation, lab managers/technicians, and various industries.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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£ 30,240per year

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University of Glasgow

University of Glasgow

  • University League Table

    31st

  • Campus address

    University of Glasgow - Gilmorehill (Main) Campus, University Of Glasgow, University Avenue, Glasgow, Glasgow, City Of, G12 8QQ, United Kingdom

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A wide range of international scholarships are available, including Global Excellence scholarships.
Meet students from across the university with over 300 clubs and societies available – ranging from international student societies to the Baking Society.
Pre-sessional English language provision is available prior to starting university, with English language support options for the duration of study.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    18th out of 91 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 218
    218 100%

    1st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    77.0 77%

    39th

    13

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.99 75%

    74th

    63

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