MSc International Marine Science (Online)

Heriot-Watt University

Overview

This Online International Marine Science degree offers students from a variety of backgrounds, including marine biology, geology, geography, Law and Policy and others, the opportunity to integrate their expertise in the wider marine science context.

The highly interdisciplinary field of Marine Science aims to understand the biology, chemistry, geology and physics of this dynamic system so central to all our lives. It also considers the overarching influence of climate change and how policy can be brought to bear on managing the resources of the ocean as part of the Blue Economy.

Degree duration

Students choosing to study their MSc online have up to eight years to complete their studies. PGDip students will have up to 6 years to complete their studies.