The BSc Marine and Freshwater Biology (with integrated year in industry) at Aberystwyth University offers you a comprehensive understanding of aquatic ecosystems, from the smallest microbes to entire ocean environments. This degree is ideal if you are passionate about conservation, environmental science, and the critical challenges facing marine and freshwater life. You will explore key topics such as ecology, conservation, cell biology, and genetics, gaining essential knowledge to address issues like pollution, climate change, and biodiversity loss. Aberystwyth University provides an exceptional setting for this study, with direct access to diverse coastal and inland waters.
This full-time, on-campus undergraduate degree is studied over four years, including a valuable integrated year in industry designed to enhance your practical skills and employability. Your learning journey will involve core modules in subjects like Aquatic Botany, Freshwater Biology, and Marine Biology, alongside research methods and a significant final-year research project. You will also have opportunities to select from a range of optional modules, including field courses and specialized topics. Upon graduation, you will be well-prepared for careers in environmental consultancy, conservation organisations, fisheries management, and scientific research.