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Bangor University · Undergraduate
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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: C160
Marine Biology
Bangor UniversityBangor, Wales
3 yearsDuration
£20,000Per Year (Intl)
£22,000Avg. Graduate Salary
93%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by Bangor University, the BSc (Hons) Marine Biology provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in biological sciences. Based in Bangor, Wales, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. This very popular course allows you to study the fundamental aspects of the biology of marine life and its associated ecosystems, as well as more specialised aspects like aquaculture, fisheries and marine biotechnology. Marine Biology is the study of organisms that occupy 95% of the biosphere of our planet, living in conditions ranging from the polar seas (below -2℃) to hydrothermal vents (greater than 100℃). We are increasingly aware of the value of marine organisms for their role in influencing and indicating changes in our climate, for food, medicine and other products. Home/uk fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 93% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £23,500 within three years, a 93% continuation rate, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Marine Ecology and Conservation
Physiology of Marine Organisms
Marine Biodiversity and Taxonomy
Aquaculture and Sustainable Fisheries
Marine Biotechnology and Biochemistry
Oceanography and Physical Processes
Field Research Methods and Statistics
Marine Ecosystem Management
UCAS Code:C160
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| UCAS Points | 120 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 56 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£20,000
per year
Total Course Cost (3 years)£60,000
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Bangor University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £21,000 | £22,000 | £25,000 |
| 3 years | £18,000 | £23,500 | £28,000 |
| 5 years | £22,000 | £26,500 | £35,500 |
UK subject average: £24,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ Close to UK average salary
This course
£23,500
UK average
£24,500
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£26,500
UK average
£24,500
Salary trend: ↑ up £3,000 from year 3 to year 5
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH03-01-03). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
55%Working
30%Studying
5%Work & Study
15%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
88%
Overall
Teaching on my course
93%Learning opportunities
92%Assessment and feedback
85%Academic support
79%Organisation and management
90%Learning resources
89%Student voice
85%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
93%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: This specific course at this provider
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About Bangor University
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