Overview

Depending on your previous academic training and the requirements of the project, during this Marine Sciences programme from Newcastle University you receive formal instruction through taught modules in important areas such as laboratory safety and sea survival.

You'll be part of the research community of:

30 research students

10-20 MSc students

six to 10 post-doctoral scientists

six technicians

13 full-time academic staff

This provides you with abundant opportunities to progress your scientific career in any sector. The research students have been successful at finding work across industry, academia, government agencies and non-governmental organisations.

Your development

Many research projects include industrial work experience. Other projects involve collaborating with other universities, government institutes and scientific associations. The marine science research groups form part of extensive national and international networks. Recent collaboration includes:

the Environment Agency

Natural England

Northumberland Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority

University of the West Indies (Barbados)

National Oceanographic Centre Southampton (NOCS)

University of Costa Rica,

North Sea Regional Advisory Council

Haribon Foundation

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Programme Structure

Areas of research include:

Marine Resources and Renewable Energy (MRRE):

Antifouling and ballast water treatment

Bacterial bioactive products

Bioenergy

Ecology

Modelling, Evidence and Policy

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00

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More details

There is no application closing date for this course. It is suggested international students apply at least two months before the course starts.

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Marine Science Environmental Sciences View 69 other Masters in Marine Science in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent.
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Tuition Fees

Additional Details

Home students full time and part time tuition fees are not set yet.

MPhil and PhD international students tuition fees per year: £31,900-£46,000

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Living costs

Newcastle upon Tyne

United Kingdom

560 - 991 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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