Overview

As well as giving an overview of Physical Oceanography , this course offered at the Bangor University enable students to study in detail those aspects of the subject for which they have particular interest.

Careers

This course has run for over 40 years and past students have gone on to become Nobel Laureates, directors of the main UK Oceanographic laboratories and managing directors of major commercial oceanographic companies. Many hold posts in the marine industries, particularly in consultancy companies that provide services in oceanography to the oil industry and companies concerned with engineering operations in shelf seas. There are opportunities in Government Laboratories and agencies with responsibility for estuarine and coastal waters. Many graduates have continued to higher degrees and an academic career.

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Geophysical Fluid Dynamics

Key Concepts and Techniques

Marine Renewable Energy

Literature Review-Project Plan

Climate and Climate Change

Dissertation

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

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Applications are accepted throughout the year, but it is advised that you apply by the end of June (September intake) or late October (for January intake).

Language

English

PTE Academic

56

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TOEFL^® IBT

75

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bangor, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Earth Sciences Oceanography View 39 other Masters in Earth Sciences in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

PTE Academic

56

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TOEFL^® IBT

75

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Other requirements

General requirements

Successful applicants normally hold, or expect to obtain, a 2(ii) undergraduate Honours degree in a physical, mathematical or other numerate science. Applicants from other subject areas (e.g. Geography, Geology, Biology and other sciences) or with relevant employment experience are encouraged to apply, provided that they can demonstrate high levels of motivation and experience in their Personal Statement and CV and have mathematics to A-level or beyond.

IELTS: 6.0 (with no element below 5.5) is required.

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Tuition Fee

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International

22500 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 22500 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

11500 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11500 GBP per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Bangor

660 - 1140 GBP /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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