Overview

This Ocean and Earth Science by Research course offered at the University of Southampton is especially suitable if you already have a foundation in marine or Earth science. It will allow you to develop a specialism from your first degree as you build your knowledge and research skills.

You’ll study at the National Oceanography Centre Southampton (NOCS), the school for ocean science and marine research. Here, you’ll benefit from access to their very own research vessel, the R.V. Callista, as well as a range of other modern technologies and facilities.

You’ll have the chance to:

explore a diverse range of topics, from the processes operating on the Earth and its oceans, to the impact of natural and human activity on ecosystems

specialise your studies to better suit your background and career goals

complete a research project using the latest marine environment knowledge

Career Opportunities

This degree will allow you to develop and evidence subject-specific and targeted employability skills. This includes the required skill set for a range of future careers, further study, or starting your own business.

The skills you can expect to focus on and gain from this course include:

Research

Critical thinking

Self-management

Communication

Creativity

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Contemporary Topics in Ocean and Earth Science

MSc by Research - Research Project

Advanced Exploration Geophysics

Biogeochemical Cycles in the Earth System

Biological Data Science in R

Carbon Storage in the Sub-Surface Environment

Climate and Climate Change

Coastal Morphodynamics

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-09 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-07-28 00:00:00 , International

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It is advised to apply early as applications may close before the expected deadline if places are filled.

Language

English

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100

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76

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IELTS

7

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Southampton, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Earth Sciences Educational Research View 128 other Masters in Educational Research in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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130

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100

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76

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7

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Other requirements

General requirements

You must have a 2:2 honours degree or equivalent in a relevant marine or Earth science discipline.

When you apply:

specify your intended field of study in your personal statement, for example marine biology, oceanography or Earth science

include a short description of how your prior degree and existing expertise will help you conduct research in your chosen subject area

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

31200 GBP / year

≈ 31200 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

11000 GBP / year

≈ 11000 GBP / year

Living costs

Southampton

United Kingdom

697 - 1093 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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