Taught course
Oceanography
Entry requirements
You'll need a 2.2 degree in environmental science, geology, physics, physical geography, biological science, chemistry, or mathematics.
Months of entry
September
Course content
About this course
Explore Oceanography at a global top 100* university.
Over this one year course you will study at the National Oceanography Centre Southampton (NOCS), home to one of the largest groups of marine and earth scientists in the world.
You will be provided with a broad foundation in marine science through an interdisciplinary introductory module. You will then have the opportunity to specialise in particular areas through a choice of modules covering topics ranging across marine biology, oceanography, climate, biogeochemistry, geology and geophysics before undertaking a research project on a topic of your choosing.
Your future career
This course offers flexible module choice and the opportunity to build your skills and experience on a research project in an area you have chosen. You'll graduate primed to start your career or to continue your exploration in research. Graduates often pursue careers in the marine environmental sector or undertake PhD research in marine sciences.
Key features of this course
The programme allows you to develop sought after skills in laboratory and fieldwork. You can explore and develop your interests in ocean science through the combination of specialist modules and through undertaking your research project working alongside leading experts in the field.
Further information
This degree is designed primarily for students with no previous specialisation in marine science such as graduates with a degree in biological sciences, chemistry or materials science, physics, mathematics, environmental science, and physical geography. Visit the course page on our website for more information.
*QS World University Rankings 2025
Information for international students
If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate your English is at a level of our band C: IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in all components. For more information on 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 time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Faculty of Environmental and Life Sciences
- enquiries@southampton.ac.uk
- Phone
- +44(0)23 8059 5000