Marine Biology BSc (Hons)
University of Salford
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 15 graduates of Marine Biology BSc (Hons) at University of Salford for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Ecology and Environmental Biology.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Zoology
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Ecology and Environmental Biology at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £19000 | £16000 | £18000 |
25-75 percentile range | £18000 - £21500 | £11500 - £18500 | £15500 - £22500 |
All Zoology courses of University of Salford
Salary of all UK Graduates of Zoology
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £21281 | £18299 | £22326 |
25-75 percentile range | £18567 - £24499 | £14060 - £22839 | £17573 - £27804 |
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Course Description
Climate change, pollution and unsustainable fishing are just some of the many challenges facing marine life. Join the fight to protect complex ocean ecosystems by building relevant knowledge and skills to make a difference with our BSc (Hons) Marine Biology degree.
Our oceans are filled with delicate ecosystems and amazing wildlife - but all of this is in danger. With climate change highlighting the greater need for action to address the human impact on precious ecosystems, seize this opportunity to develop the skills to manage and preserve our oceans.
Build in-demand scientific knowledge and skills
Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, our course will help you to build knowledge of key biological processes, biodiversity and ecosystems, while developing practical skills in our Bodmer laboratories and through field work. In your final year, you will complete a research project based on a subject topic of your choice and gain specialist knowledge in fisheries science and marine biotechnology.
Get closer to industry
Focusing on real-world issues, we put fieldwork at the heart of your learning experience. In recent years, students have taken part in residential trips to Cumbria, Scotland, Shropshire and Honduras.
On this course, you will have the option to include an industry placement between years two and three. Previous Marine Biology students have experienced placements with organisations such as Operation Wallacea (various destinations worldwide) and Archipelagos (Greece), studying charismatic animals like sea turtles and marine mammals.
Features
- Experience residential field trips opportunities
- Choose to include an industry placement and gain real-world context for your studies
- Part-time study option available
- Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology
Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Marine Biology BSc (Hons) at University of Salford
30% | |
20% | Skilled trades occupations |
20% | Elementary occupations |
10% | Administrative occupations |
5% | Information Technology Professionals |
5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
5% | Conservation and environment professionals |
5% | Natural and social science professionals |
5% | Teaching Professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Qualification requirements
Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis
Access to HE Diploma
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All other courses
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- 4.5
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
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About University of Salford
The University of Salford is a publicly funded university in a town of the same name, in Greater Manchester, England. The university’s primary campus, Peel Park, is just half an hour’s walk from Manchester city centre. Additionally, this campus is also home to the Salford Museum and Art Gallery.
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Student composition of University of Salford
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Salford by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 17080
- postgraduates:
- 4155
- Total:
- 21235
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Marine Biology”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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Marine Biology (Including Foundation Year) BSc (Hons) | University of Essex | - | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £22100 | 111 | Colchester | On campus Full-time | |
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Marine Biology (with foundation year) BSc (Hons) | University of Hull | 74% | 0% | 10% | £9250 £9250 | £18300 £19500 | 93 | Hull | On campus Full-time | |
Marine Biology BSc (Hons) | University of Exeter | 88% | 5% | 7% | £9250 | £29700 | 156 | Exeter | On campus Full-time | |
Marine Biology (Including Placement Year) BSc (Hons) | University of Essex | 82% | 5% | 7% | £9250 | £22100 | 128 | Colchester | On campus Full-time | |
Marine Biology with Professional Studies BSc (Hons) | Queen's University of Belfast | 68% | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £25300 | 134 | Belfast | On campus Full-time | |
Marine Biology BSc (Hons) | University of Hull | 68% | 5% | 5% | £9250 £9250 | £18300 £19500 | 131 | Hull | On campus Full-time | |
Marine Biology BSc (Hons) | University of Portsmouth | 73% | 0% | 1% | £9250 | £20200 | 137 | Portsmouth | On campus Full-time | |
Marine Biology BSc (Hons) | University of Aberdeen | 73% | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £26100 £24800 | 162 | Aberdeen | On campus Full-time | |
Marine Biology (Including Year Abroad) BSc (Hons) | University of Essex | 82% | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £22100 | 119 | Colchester | On campus Full-time |