General information
This programme will give you the opportunity to focus on a particular area such as physical, chemical or biological oceanography, which may be inspired by your first degree. As a MRes student, you will spend around two thirds of your year on your research project and the rest of your time taking taught modules. Depending on your background knowledge, these will be a mix of core and optional subjects. You will be able to develop specific knowledge and skills through your selection of modules and choice of subject for your substantial research project.
The programme is taught by staff from across NOCS who draw on their topical cutting edge research to create a challenging and stimulating degree programme. You will also be encouraged to attend our research seminars, some delivered by leading visiting scientists.
Programme Structure (full-time*)
- Pathway A is for students with limited oceanographic background. You must take two introductory modules, one optional module in Semester 1 and one optional module in Semester 2.
- Pathway B is for students with a strong oceanographic background. You must choose three optional modules. At least one of these modules must be from each Semester. For example, you might wish to choose two from Semester 1 and one from Semester 2.
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
| Compulsory Modules | Optional Modules |
| Contemporary Topics | Structure and dynamics of marine communities |
| Optional Modules | Environmental radioactivity and radiochemistry |
| Applied coastal sediment dynamics | Seafloor exploration and surveying 2 |
| Introduction to Biological Oceanography | Advanced methods in Oceanography |
| Introduction to physical oceanography | Reproduction in marine animals |
| Introduction to Chemical Oceanography | Applied biogeochemistry and pollution |
| Introduction to Marine Geology | Global climate cycles |
| Large scale ocean processes | UN convention on the law of the seas |
| Biogeochemical cycles in the Earth system | Ecological modelling |
| Deep sea ecology | Climate dynamics |
| Zooplankton ecology and processes | |
| Introductory remote sensing of the ocean | |
| Computational data analysis for geophysicists and ocean scientists | |
| International Maritime and Environmental Law |
*Delivery for part-time students is agreed on an individual basis.
Content
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Venue
Southampton, United Kingdom
Ocean and Earth Science, National Oceanography Centre Southampton
Waterfront Campus, European Way, Southampton SO14 3ZH
Application
Click here to apply: http://www.southampton.ac.uk/oes/postgraduate/taught_courses/apply.page
Cost:
<table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1" style="width:500px;"> <thead> <tr> <th scope="row"> </th> <th scope="col">UK/EU</th> <th scope="col">International</th> <th scope="col">Channel Island</th> </tr> </thead> <tbody> <tr> <th scope="row">Ocean Sciences MRes Part Time</th> <td>£4500</td> <td>£9785</td> <td>£4500</td> </tr> <tr> <th scope="row">Ocean Sciences (Pathway A) MRes</th> <td>£9000</td> <td>£19570</td> <td>£9000</td> </tr> <tr> <th scope="row">Ocean Sciences (Pathwat B) MREs</th> <td>£9000</td> <td>£19570</td> <td>£9000</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p>Students are responsible for meeting the cost of essential textbooks, and of producing such essays, assignments, laboratory reports and dissertations as are required to fulfil the academic requirements for each programme of study.</p> <p>In some cases you'll be able to choose modules (which may have different costs associated with that module) which will change the overall cost of a programme to you. Please also ensure you read the section on additional costs in the University’s Fees, Charges and Expenses Regulations in the University Calendar available at <a href="http://www.calendar.soton.ac.uk/">www.calendar.soton.ac.uk</a>.</p>
Prerequisites:
Degree Requirements
A good (2:1) second class Honours degree or equivalent in any scientific discipline plus a minimum of AS level Mathematics (or equivalent).
International students
If you are an international student you will need to ensure that your academic and English language qualifications meet the entry requirements. Visit the University’s English language requirements page for more details.
Application Procedure:
Applications are made using the online application form. You can go to the online application form and find your programme via the Programme Search page. You will be sent an acknowledgement email as soon as we have received your application and you can use the online tracking function to track the progress of your application. You must submit a:
- curriculum vitae
- original academic transcript copy of your degree certificate (if graduated at the time of application)
- Reference (either be an academic or employer reference)
Application Deadlines
Applications are considered throughout the year; most candidates will be invited to interview to discuss the programme in more detail. Applications for October entrance to Ocean and Earth Science programmes should be submitted before 31 July of the same year. If you are a UK/EU applicant and would like to be considered for Ocean and Earth Science or equivalent funding, your application must be submitted before the end of June.
Average applications per place: 3
Applications are considered throughout the year; most candidates will be invited to interview to discuss the programme in more detail.
This page contains specific entry requirements for this course. Find out about equivalent entry requirements and qualifications for your country.
Grant Opportunities:
Scholarships, bursaries, sponsorships or grants may be available to support you through your course. Funding opportunities available to you are linked to your subject area and/or your country of origin. These can be from the University of Southampton or other sources.
Qualification
This programme will give you the opportunity to focus on a particular area such as physical, chemical or biological oceanography, which may be inspired by your first degree. As a MRes student, you will spend around two thirds of your year on your research project and the rest of your time taking taught modules. Depending on your background knowledge, these will be a mix of core and optional subjects. You will be able to develop specific knowledge and skills through your selection of modules and choice of subject for your substantial research project.
The programme is taught by staff from across NOCS who draw on their topical cutting edge research to create a challenging and stimulating degree programme. You will also be encouraged to attend our research seminars, some delivered by leading visiting scientists.
Programme Structure (full-time*)
- Pathway A is for students with limited oceanographic background. You must take two introductory modules, one optional module in Semester 1 and one optional module in Semester 2.
- Pathway B is for students with a strong oceanographic background. You must choose three optional modules. At least one of these modules must be from each Semester. For example, you might wish to choose two from Semester 1 and one from Semester 2.
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
| Compulsory Modules | Optional Modules |
| Contemporary Topics | Structure and dynamics of marine communities |
| Optional Modules | Environmental radioactivity and radiochemistry |
| Applied coastal sediment dynamics | Seafloor exploration and surveying 2 |
| Introduction to Biological Oceanography | Advanced methods in Oceanography |
| Introduction to physical oceanography | Reproduction in marine animals |
| Introduction to Chemical Oceanography | Applied biogeochemistry and pollution |
| Introduction to Marine Geology | Global climate cycles |
| Large scale ocean processes | UN convention on the law of the seas |
| Biogeochemical cycles in the Earth system | Ecological modelling |
| Deep sea ecology | Climate dynamics |
| Zooplankton ecology and processes | |
| Introductory remote sensing of the ocean | |
| Computational data analysis for geophysicists and ocean scientists | |
| International Maritime and Environmental Law |
*Delivery for part-time students is agreed on an individual basis.
Applications are made using the online application form. You can go to the online application form and find your programme via the Programme Search page. You will be sent an acknowledgement email as soon as we have received your application and you can use the online tracking function to track the progress of your application. You must submit a:
- curriculum vitae
- original academic transcript copy of your degree certificate (if graduated at the time of application)
- Reference (either be an academic or employer reference)
Application Deadlines
Applications are considered throughout the year; most candidates will be invited to interview to discuss the programme in more detail. Applications for October entrance to Ocean and Earth Science programmes should be submitted before 31 July of the same year. If you are a UK/EU applicant and would like to be considered for Ocean and Earth Science or equivalent funding, your application must be submitted before the end of June.
Average applications per place: 3
Applications are considered throughout the year; most candidates will be invited to interview to discuss the programme in more detail.
This page contains specific entry requirements for this course. Find out about equivalent entry requirements and qualifications for your country.
Degree Requirements
A good (2:1) second class Honours degree or equivalent in any scientific discipline plus a minimum of AS level Mathematics (or equivalent).
International students
If you are an international student you will need to ensure that your academic and English language qualifications meet the entry requirements. Visit the University’s English language requirements page for more details.
