Bachelor of Science - Marine Geography (F848) (Study Abroad Year)

The Marine Geography course explores a unique mix of physical and environmental geography. Students will study the science behind the relationship between society and the sea, and investigate global challenges like ocean acidification and rising sea levels.

South Wales has a rich and diverse marine environment including estuaries with large tidal ranges, islands thriving with wildlife, offshore renewable energy and the largest oil port in the UK in Milford Haven. We take regular trips to the Bristol Channel, the Glam organ Heritage Coast and the Gower, where we complete activities like offshore surveying, water quality monitoring, ecological mapping and beach profiling. There will also be opportunities to go on overseas trips, in the past we’ve been to Malta, Jersey and Greece.

During this four-year program, students can spend one academic year studying at one of their partner universities abroad. Studying abroad is a fantastic opportunity to experience other cultures and viewpoints, learn the different styles and approaches to their subject in another country and explore new physical environments, landscapes and coastlines. Students will get the chance to make new friends and contacts from around the world. Plus, they will have the opportunity to develop a wealth of life skills and strengths that will help them to compete in an increasingly global workplace, such as adaptability, resourcefulness, and resilience.