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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: C160
Marine Biology
University of ChesterChester, England
3 yearsDuration
£14,950Per Year (Intl)
£24,000Avg. Graduate Salary
76%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by University of Chester, the BSc (Hons) Marine Biology provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in biological sciences. Based in Chester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Our Marine Biology BSc course offers a comprehensive study of marine ecosystems, exploring the diversity of life in the oceans and the complex interactions that sustain marine environments. Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, our degree empowers you to develop crucial skills for addressing real-world challenges. Combine theoretical knowledge with practical fieldwork and laboratory research and gain a deep understanding of marine organisms, their behaviour, physiology, and ecological roles. International tuition fees are £14,950 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 76% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £21,000 within three years, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Coastal ecology
Oceanography
Tropical marine ecology together with the impacts of climate change and human activity on marine ecosystems
UCAS Code:C160
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BCC - BBC The Department requires one of the following subjects as essential for entry: GCE A Level: Biology, Applied Science |
| International Baccalaureate | 28 points including 5 in HL Biology |
| UCAS Points | 104 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 61 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£14,950
per year
Total Course Cost (3 years)£44,850
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 — University of Chester
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £21,500 | £24,000 | £27,500 |
| 3 years | £17,000 | £21,000 | £25,500 |
| 5 years | £22,500 | £26,500 | £31,500 |
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▼ 14% below UK average salary
This course
£21,000
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 £5,500 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). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
45%Working
25%Studying
15%Work & Study
35%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
69%
Overall
Teaching on my course
76%Learning opportunities
73%Assessment and feedback
73%Academic support
82%Organisation and management
43%Learning resources
81%Student voice
58%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
70%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: This specific course at this provider
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