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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: C161
Marine and Freshwater Biology
Edinburgh Napier UniversityEdinburgh, Scotland
4 yearsDuration
£1,820Per Year (Intl)
£25,000Avg. Graduate Salary
98%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The BSc (Hons) Marine and Freshwater Biology at Edinburgh Napier University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding living systems. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Our strong partnership with St Abbs Marine Station gives students opportunities to engage in exciting research. Explore the aquatic environment, its importance in understanding climate change, and how to monitor and protect marine and freshwater species in a sustainable manner. The aquatic realm makes up more than 70 per cent of the Earth’s surface and represents the largest domain on earth. International tuition fees are £1,820 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 98% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £22,500 within three years, a 80% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Freshwater and Marine Ecology
Aquatic Biodiversity and Evolution
Ecosystem Management and Conservation
Aquatic Physiology and Adaptation
Climate Change and Aquatic Systems
Research Methods in Aquatic Biology
Field Course and Practical Studies
Applied Aquatic Resource Management
UCAS Code:C161
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BCC Including Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Applied Science. |
| International Baccalaureate | 28 points Award of Diploma with 28 points overall with three HL subjects at grades 6, 5, 4 including a Science^ at minimum grade 5. ^Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry or Physics. |
🗣️ 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
£1,820
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£7,280
Home Student Fee
£9,790
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 — Edinburgh Napier University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £22,500 | £25,000 | £28,000 |
| 3 years | £18,000 | £22,500 | £27,000 |
| 5 years | £22,500 | £27,500 | £32,500 |
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
£22,500
UK average
£24,500
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 12% above UK average salary
This course
£27,500
UK average
£24,500
Salary trend: ↑ up £5,000 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). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
75%Working
5%Studying
5%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
40%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
95%
Overall
Teaching on my course
98%Learning opportunities
98%Assessment and feedback
89%Academic support
100%Organisation and management
95%Learning resources
88%Student voice
94%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
80%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
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About Edinburgh Napier University
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