Cardiff University

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Marine Geography (MESci)

Cardiff University

Faculty:School of Earth and Ocean Sciences
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Geography, Other
Length:4 Year(s)

Description:

Cardiff is the birthplace of the discipline of marine geography in the UK. This degree programme has been running since 1976 and is an extremely successful training route for employment in the marine and coastal sector or for future academic study. The degree is an exciting blend of the physical and human geography of deep sea marine and coastal environments.

A major component of this programme is hands-on fieldwork including coastal and offshore mapping of the marine environment to understand its physical and biological characteristics. This work involves using some of the most advanced and exciting technology available.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*80
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 Chemistry  or  Grade12 Physics  or  Grade12 Mathematics  or  Grade12 Geology 
Applicants are required to have a minimum of 80% average in six U/M subjects at Year 12 (including one of the following STEM subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Geology, Biology, Geography, Computer Science, Environmental Science), with at least a minimum of 80% in any required subjects.
Test Scores:
  • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 90]

* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on September 30, 2019