Taught course
Marine Environment and Resources
Entry requirements
You'll need a 2:1 degree in chemical, biological, physical, Earth and environmental sciences, engineering, oceanography or mathematics.
Months of entry
September
Course content
About this course
Explore Marine Environment and Resources at a global top 100* university.
On this unique, two-year Marine Environment and Resources MSc you’ll study at the University of Southampton and partner universities in France, Spain, Belgium, and Portugal.
Your future career
You’ll develop the in-depth knowledge and skills needed to assess and manage the marine environment, putting you in a great position for a successful career in the marine sector. You'll graduate primed to start your career or to continue your exploration in research.
Key features of this course
You’ll split your time between the University of Southampton and our partner universities in the Marine Environment and Resources (MER) Consortium:
- Universidad del Pais Vasco/Euskal Herriko Unibertsitatea, Spain
- Université de Bordeaux, France
- University of Liège, Belgium
- Universidade dos Açores, Portugal
Further information
You can apply directly through the MER Consortium application form, which can be found on the course page on our website.
*QS World University Rankings 2025
Information for international students
If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate your English ability by meeting our Band C requirements: IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in all components. For information on other accepted English language tests, please see our website.
Fees and funding
A variety of scholarships, grants and bursaries may be available to help you fund your master’s study, both from the University and from other organisations. Please check the website for more information - https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/funding/postgraduate.page
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MSc
- full time24 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Faculty of Ennironmental and Life Sciences
- enquiries@southampton.ac.uk
- Phone
- +44(0)23 8059 5000