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## A Level Offer / Irish Leaving Certificate Offer

A Level and Irish Leaving Certificate Offers

A Level Offer | Irish Leaving Offer

AAA | 144 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level) to include English at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level.

AAB | 136 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level) to include English at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level.

ABB | 128 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level) to include English at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level.

BBB | 120 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level) to include English at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level.

BBC | 112 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level) to include English at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level.

BCC | 104 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level) to include English at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level.

CCC | 96 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level) to include English at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level.

CCD | 88 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level) to include English at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level.

Please note that for some courses, there are additional competency standards that need to be met. Full details will be included on the entry section of the course page.

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Leaving Cert Higher

For students from the Republic of Ireland.

Leaving Cert Higher UCAS Points

Grade | UCAS Points

H1 | 32

H2 | 30

H3 | 24

H4 | 18

H5 | 12

Leaving Cert Ordinary

Leaving Cert Ordinary UCAS Points

O1 | 12

O2 | 10

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# Marine Science (with Optional Placement Year) BSc (Hons)

Undergraduate Full-time UCAS Code: F719 2027/28

BSc Hons Marine Science is ideal for those who are passionate about the ocean, wildlife, and protecting the natural world.

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Qualification Type(s)

Bachelor of Science with Honours

Location

Coleraine

Start Date

September 2027

Study Mode

Full-time

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## Overview

BSc Hons Marine Science is the integrated study of the biological, physical and chemical aspects of our coasts and oceans. It covers marine biology and ecology, sea level change, marine geology, underwater archaeology, oceanography and ocean engineering, and the oceans as an economic resource and as a global climate regulator.

Oceans provide many opportunities for sustainable communities through renewable energy schemes, carbon sequestration and sustainable fishing. The Ocean or Blue Economy is growing each year; in 2024 was worth $1.5 trillion and it is expected to reach $3 trillion by 2030 (LSE, 2024). In fact, if considered a country, the Ocean Economy would be the world’s fifth-largest economy in 2019 (OECD, (2025). The Ocean Economy generates millions of jobs both in coastal regions and in the European Union as a whole.

Four and a half million jobs were generated by the Ocean Economy in 2019, representing around 2.3% of all EU jobs.

Why study marine science with us?

* Our course is accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences

* We are located on the Coleraine Campus, minutes away from the spectacular Causeway Coast with lots of natural laboratories to explore including the open sea, estuaries, rivers, lakes, woodlands and uplands

* We are ranked #1 in the UK in Research Impact in Geography and Environmental Studies (REF, 2021)

* An outstanding 88% of our research has been judged as world-leading or internationally excellent (REF, 2021).

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## About this course

The human population, estimated at 8.2 billion in 2025, is expected to increase to 11 billion by 2100. With the majority of the world’s largest cities located in coastal zones, more than 75% of people are expected to live within 100 km of the coast by 2025. At a time of unprecedented environmental change on Earth, society is having to adapt to processes and hazards that are poorly understood.

Now, more than ever, society needs STEM graduates with an interdisciplinary understanding of the complexity and uncertainty of the marine and atmospheric systems, and with the skills and competencies to observe, measure, model and manage these systems. We achieve this in our marine science degree through the integration of theoretical, practical and field-based approaches. Our Coleraine campus is ideally located on the Causeway Coast, one of the world’s most spectacular natural laboratories.

### Associate awards

Diploma in Professional Practice DPP

Diploma in International Academic Studies DIAS

### Attendance

You are on campus five days per week. The contact time average is 16 hours per week, 24 hours per week average independent study including academic assessment.

### Start dates

* September 2027

### Teaching, Learning and Assessment

Teaching is through a range of methods such as lectures, seminars and tutorials but with an emphasis on practical and field work. Students are assessed through a combination of coursework and examinations.

Each module adopts its own assessment strategy and may include one or more of the following: essays; literature reviews/critical reviews; laboratory reports; fieldwork reports; field notebooks; individual and group project reports; problem analysis; research projects/dissertations; individual and group oral and poster presentations; class tests; web-site design and examinations.

## Academic Delivery and Award Information

The content for each course is summarised on the relevant course page, along with an overview of the modules that make up the course.

Each course is approved by the University and meets the expectations of:

* the relevant generic national Qualification Descriptor

* the applicable Subject Benchmark Statement

* the requirements of any professional, regulatory, statutory and accrediting bodies.

Attendance and Independent Study

As part of your course induction, you will be provided with details of the organisation and management of the course, including attendance and assessment requirements - usually in the form of a timetable.

For full-time courses, the precise timetable for each semester is not confirmed until close to the start date and may be subject to some change in the early weeks as all courses settle into their planned patterns. For part-time courses which require attendance on particular days and times, an expectation of the days and periods of attendance will be included in the letter of offer. A course handbook is also made available.

Courses comprise modules for which the notional effort involved is indicated by its credit rating. Each credit point represents 10 hours of student effort. Undergraduate courses typically contain 10, 20, or 40 credit modules (more usually 20).

The normal study load expectation for an undergraduate full-time course of study in the standard academic year is 120 credit points. This amounts to around 36-42 hours of expected teaching and learning per week, inclusive of attendance requirements for lectures, seminars, tutorials, practical work, fieldwork or other scheduled classes, private study, and assessment. Teaching and learning activities will be in-person and/or online depending on the nature of the course.

Part-time study load is the same as full-time pro-rata, with each credit point representing 10 hours of student effort.

Class contact times vary by course and type of module. Typically, for a module predominantly delivered through lectures you can expect at least 3 contact hours per week (lectures/seminars/tutorials). Laboratory classes often require a greater intensity of attendance in blocks. Some modules may combine lecture and laboratory. The precise model will depend on the course you apply for and may be subject to change from year to year for quality or enhancement reasons.

Prospective students will be consulted about any significant changes.

Assessment

Assessment methods vary and are defined explicitly in each module. Assessment can be a combination of examination and coursework but may also be only one of these methods. Assessment is designed to assess your achievement of the module’s stated learning outcomes.  You can expect to receive timely feedback on all coursework assessments. This feedback may be issued individually and/or issued to the group, and you will be encouraged to act on this feedback for your own development.

Coursework can take many forms, for example: essay, report, seminar paper, test, presentation, dissertation, design, artefacts, portfolio, journal, group work. The precise form and combination of assessment will depend on the course you apply for and the module. Details will be made available in advance through induction, the course handbook, the module specification, the assessment timetable and the assessment brief. The details are subject to change from year to year for quality or enhancement reasons.

You will be consulted about any significant changes.

Normally, a module will have 4 learning outcomes, and no more than 2 items of assessment. An item of assessment can comprise more than one task. The notional workload and the equivalence across types of assessment is standardised. The module pass mark for undergraduate courses is 40%.

Calculation of the Final Award

The class of Honours awarded in Bachelor’s degrees is usually determined by calculation of an aggregate mark based on performance across the modules at Levels 5 and 6, (which correspond to the second and third year of full-time attendance).

Level 6 modules contribute 70% of the aggregate mark and Level 5 contributes 30% to the calculation of the class of the award. Classification of integrated Master’s degrees with Honours include a Level 7 component. The calculation in this case is: 50% Level 7, 30% Level 6, 20% Level 5. At least half the Level 5 modules must be studied at the University for Level 5 to be included in the calculation of the class.

This module will foster and extend students' knowledge and understanding of the principal threats to marine ecosystems, and identify the main directions of management and conservation. State-of-the-art techniques for studying marine ecoystems, focusing on predictive modelling, Geographic Information Systems, multivariate analyses and systems of benthic habitat classification will be considered.

The principal threats to these ecosystems from climate change, exploitation, pollution and other anthropogenic sources will be assessed and contextualised within the primary literature. The future management and prospects for marine ecosystems will be discussed.

#### Applied Oceanography

This module is designed to examine the physical and chemical aspects of the ocean environment. It provides an understanding of physical and chemical processes in marine waters on various spatial and temporal scales, from large-scale circulation patterns to small-scale flow and processes, from the deep-sea to the surface and from the coastlines to offshore zones, and how this impacts marine as well as terrestrial life on Earth.

The theoretical component of the module will be provided by lectures, which will cover a contemporary thinking into physical and chemical concepts of ocean science. The practical element of the module will consist of laboratory and field-based exercises.

### Optional Modules

Optional modules are reviewed on a Programme each year and we may change the options available to you, to reflect our staff expertise, changes in Programme requirements or to reflect feedback that we have received from other Students, employers or other interested parties.

If your Programme contains optional modules, you will be provided with a list of these in good time so that you can choose the options right for you each year. Sometimes, we may not be able to run a particular optional module because not enough Students sign up for it or because a member of staff is not available to teach a module.

Where this may be the case, we will let you know when you are provided with your option choices, and you will be able to choose an alternative if one of your selected modules does not run.

UK and Republic of Ireland applicants

International applicants

## Standard Entry Conditions

We recognise a range of qualifications for admission to our courses. In addition to the specific entry conditions for this course you must also meet the University’s General Entrance Requirements .

The entry conditions below apply to applicants presenting qualifications from Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland or Great Britain.

### A Level Grades

### A Level Subject Requirements

Preferred Subjects:

Geography, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Environmental Technology/Science or Life & Health Sciences.

These subjects are not required, but they may help with course progression and could be used to decide between applicants who do not fully meet their offer if places are still available.

### Applied General Award Profile

### Accepted BTEC/OCR Qualifications

RQF Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma/ OCR Cambridge Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma (2016 suite)

We will also accept smaller BTEC/OCR qualifications (i.e. Diploma or Extended Certificate / Introductory Diploma / Subsidiary Diploma) in combination with A Levels or other acceptable level 3 qualifications

### Irish Leaving Certificate

104 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level)

### Irish Leaving Certificate - Additional Requirements

You must satisfy the General Entrance requirements for admission to a first degree course and hold GCSE passes in English Language and Mathematics at Grade C (Grade 4) or above.

Please note that for purposes of entry to this course the Level 2 Essential/Key Skills in Application of Number is NOT regarded as an acceptable alternative to GCSE Maths.

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### Access Course – NI/ROI

Overall profile of 60% (120-credit Access Course)

### Access to Higher Education – GB

Overall profile of 9 credits at Distinction and 36 credits at Merit (60-credit Access to HE Diploma). You'll need 9 credits at Distinction and 36 credits at Merit for your Access course.

### Additional Requirements for Access courses

NI Access

NI Access to include a 20 credit Level 2 Mathematics module, passed at 40% or successful completion of NICATS Mathematics as part of the pre-2021 Access Diploma.

### GCSE

### Additional Entry Requirements

You may also meet the course entry requirement with combination of different qualifications to the same standard as recognised by the University (provided subject requirements as noted above are met. Examples of acceptable combinations include:

2 A Levels and BTEC Subsidiary Diploma

OCR National Diploma and BTEC Subsidiary Diploma

A Level and BTEC National Diploma

### Exemptions and Transferability

The majority of students enter this programme in year 1 at Level 4. However, applicants who provide evidence of previous relevant successful study may be considered for entry to Level 5 of the programme. Exceptionally applicants may be considered for entry at Level 6. Transfer will normally be admitted with exemptions depending on prior accredited knowledge.

### Exemptions and Transferability Further

Most students enter Year 1. However, if you can provide evidence of previous relevant study, you may be considered for entry to later years.

## International Entry Requirements

We accept many international qualifications. For each course, we clearly explain the entry requirements and the level of English you need.

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### A Level Equivalent

Entry requirements will vary depending on your country of residence.

Check the specific entry requirements for your country here:

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In addition to academic entry requirements, there are also English Language requirements for each course.

### English Language Requirements

English language requirements for international applicants

The minimum requirement for this course is Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5 or an accepted alternative test .

### Verification of qualifications using Qualification Check

Applications to Ulster University are carefully reviewed and applicant supporting documentation, including qualifications are verified.

If we are unable to make the verification ourselves, we will require applicants to submit a verification check using Qualification Check.

If this applies to you, we will contact you to request for a Qualification Check.

If you have any questions related to entry requirements, please get in touch

internationaladmissions@ulster.ac.uk

## Careers and Opportunities

### Graduate employers

Graduates from this course are now working for:

* AgriFood & Biosciences Institute (AFBI)

* Marine Institute

* Loughs Agency

* HR Wallingford

* ABCO Marine

With this degree you could become:

* Marine biologist

* Marine geologist

* Underwater archaeologist

* Coastal engineer

* Hydrographic surveyor

* Chemical oceanographer

* Fisheries scientist

Our graduates have found employment all around the world, in roles as diverse as environmental consultants, offshore geophysicists, aquaculture scientists, coastal engineers, ocean engineers, marine mammal scientists, GIS consultants, scientific officers,

mapping officers, hydrographic surveyors, university Lectures, fisheries scientists, laboratory technicians, science teachers, meteorologists, marine ecologists, marine biologists, fishery data managers, statisticians, government scientists, mathematical modellers, physical oceanographers, biological oceanographers, chemical oceanographers, marine geologists, marine archaeologists, marine conservationists, marine biotechnologists,

marine bioacousticians,mapping and charting officers, commercial divers, scientific divers, aquarium curators, marine guides, coastal zone planners, marine information specialists, science writers, shellfish biologists, coastal geomorphologists, marine law, and many others in both the private and public sectors.

Find out what some of our marine science alumni have to say about their time at Ulster and what they are doing now.

### Work placement / study abroad

Students also have the option to extend their academic studies by electing to study abroad for a year or by working in industry/business. This additional year spent away from Ulster University is taken in the third year.

Study abroad options

You will have the opportunity to study for a year at a university abroad. Options include a range of European countries, North America and partner universities in Australiand French Polynesia. On successful completion you will be awarded an additional diploma (DIAS).

Industrial placements

The industrial placement scheme gives you the opportunity to work for 10 months within an organization developing skills and applying knowledge. On successful completion you will be awarded an additional diploma (DPP).

Associate awards

For students seeking to complete a Diploma in Professional Practice, Diploma in International Academic Studies or Diploma in Professional Practice International, it is the student’s responsibility to secure the relevant placement or study opportunity. We are on hand to support you throughout the process, including helping you prepare for interviews and the working or study environment.

## Fees and Funding

### 2027/28 Fees

Undergraduate fees are subject to annual review, 2027/28 fees will be announced in due course.

See our tuition fees page for the current fees for 2026/27 entry.

### Scholarships, awards and prizes

Academic Excellence Marine Science Award (Year 1)

Academic Excellence Marine Science Award (Year 2)

Academic Excellence Marine Science Award (Final Year)

Academic Excellence Marine Science Research Award (Final Year)

### Find the right scholarship for you

See if you can access financial or other forms of support, including mentorship to excel in your studies.

View available scholarships.

### Additional mandatory costs

It is important to remember that costs associated with accommodation, travel (including car parking charges) and normal living will need to be covered in addition to tuition fees.

Where a course has additional mandatory expenses (in addition to tuition fees) we make every effort to highlight them above. We aim to provide students with the learning materials needed to support their studies. Our libraries are a valuable resource with an extensive collection of books and journals, as well as first-class facilities and IT equipment. Computer suites and free Wi-Fi are also available on each of the campuses.

There are additional fees for examination resits and library fines. Where a graduation ceremony is part of your course, please be aware that additional fees will apply.

Students choosing a period of paid work placement or study abroad as a part of their course should be aware that there may be additional travel and living costs, as well as tuition fees.

See the tuition fees on our student guide for most up to date costs.

## Sustainability

Ulster continues to develop and support sustainability initiatives with our staff, students, and external partners across various aspects of teaching, research, professional services operations, and governance.

At Ulster every person, course, research project, and professional service area on every campus either does or can contribute in some way towards the global sustainability and climate change agenda.

We are guided by both our University Strategy People, Place and Partnerships: Delivering Sustainable Futures for All and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Our work in this area is already being recognised globally.  Most recently by the 2024 Times Higher Education Impact rating where we were recognised as Joint 5^{th} Globally for Outreach Activities and Joint Top 20 Globally for Sustainable Development Goal 17:  Partnership for the Goals.

Visit our Sustainability at Ulster destination to learn more about how the University strategy and the activities of Ulster University support each of the Sustainable Development Goals.

* Sustainability at Ulster University

## Faculty of Life and Health Sciences – Sustainability in Focus

Learning and Teaching

Our Faculty is dedicated to integrating sustainability across our curriculum, preparing students to address global environmental challenges.

The UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) have been incorporated throughout each course within the Faculty and each module outlines how and where they meet these SDG’s.

Subject specific guidance on sustainability has been provided in the QAA benchmarks statements for Biomedical Science and Biomedical Sciences; Biosciences; Chemistry; Optometry; Psychology; Earth Sciences; Veterinary Nursing; Agriculture; Rural –Environmental Sciences; Animal Studies; Consumer Science; Forestry, Food Horticulture –and –Human Nutrition; Health Studies; Earth Sciences and Geography.

Research and Knowledge Exchange

Our Faculty has key centres of research excellence within all Schools and our interdisciplinary approach brings together researchers from diverse fields to develop impactful solutions.

By advancing knowledge in various fields within the faculty, we aim to identify sustainable approaches to:

* Health promotion

* Achieving food security improved nutrition and promoting sustainable agriculture

* Ensuring healthy lives and promote wellbeing

* Promoting lifelong learning opportunities for all

* Achieving gender equality and empowering all women and girls

* Ensuring availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all

* Taking urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts

* Conserving and sustainably using the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development

* Promoting sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems

* Promoting peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development

* Implementation and revitalisation of the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development

External Partnerships

Collaboration is key to driving sustainability. Our Faculty partners with external stakeholders including professional bodies and learned societies to enhance the sustainability journey for all our students and to promote sustainable practices.

External partnerships enable us to apply research and innovation to real-world challenges. We drive meaningful change in local communities, industries, and global ecosystems, fostering a more sustainable society through impactful projects and community engagement.

### Shape a Sustainable Future

Explore cutting-edge solutions to today’s global challenges. From climate change and renewable energy to sustainable leadership, design, and the arts, our programs empower you to make a real impact. Dive into Sustainable Societies and Justice, lead innovation in operations and management, and become part of the next generation driving environmental, social, and cultural change.

Join Ulster University and turn your passion for sustainability into action. Apply today!

* Find out more about Sustainability Courses

## Contact

### For more information visit

* Visit Faculty of Life and Health Sciences

* Visit School of Geography and Environmental Sciences

## Student and Employer Stories

From further study at the university of Iceland to field trips on research vessels in Antarctica, working as marine biologists on the Great Barrier Reef and surveying whales a Marine Science degree can open doors to lots of exciting opportunities.

The majority of our marine science graduates are well travelled typically working in coastal and water resource management, environmental impact assessment, coastal and offshore engineering, hydrography, remote sensing, sea bed exploration and survey, government laboratories, oil and gas industries, aquaculture industries, marine conservation, fisheries, ecotourism, oceanographic institutes, marine environmental consultancy, policy making, and regulatory authorities.

Where are they now?

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