FdSc Marine Biology with Conservation degree
Newquay University Centre Cornwall College - 15 September 2025
2 Years
Full-time
Course information
To us at Newquay University Centre Cornwall College, there’s nothing more exciting or enigmatic than our oceans. With so much still undiscovered, our marine habitats are the last of the wild frontiers left to explore. And with human impact on our underwater world at an all-time high, now is the crucial time to better understand and protect it. Our oceans need people who feel a shared desire to get involved with the big issues that we’re facing. To use science to challenge the status quo. To promote progressive change in the people around them through education and positive action.
For over 20 years, Cornwall College Newquay has inspired thousands of students to make that all-important difference, using their passion as a guide.
Where else will you find such a wide range of aquatic habitats within walking distance of where you study? There’s wild and rugged headland, sheltered coves, freshwater streams, saltmarsh and sprawling estuaries. You’ll be living with a Marine Conservation Zone in your back yard. Not to mention, the even wider variety of habitats accessible to you just a short drive away.
This unique location has cultivated a vibrant conservation community to match the surroundings, and your passion for the sea will be in good company. Students can take their pick of what to get involved in, benefiting from our strong ties with likeminded groups, charities and businesses such as Blue Reef Aquarium, Cornwall Wildlife Trust, Cornwall Seal Group Research Trust, Newquay Marine Group, British Divers Marine Life Rescue and many more.
So, what are you waiting for? There’s never been a more important time for you to explore your passion for the science of the sea. Take your next step here in Cornwall and join Generation Restoration.
This course is also available to study part-time over three years.
A brochure can be downloaded at https://www.cornwall.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Marine-biology-with-conservation-approved.pdf
This course is also offered with a Science Gateway option if you would like to study FdSc Marine Biology with Conservation but don’t have the right qualifications or grades to do so. Click here to find out more - https://www.cornwall.ac.uk/courses/marine-biology-with-conservation-with-science-gateway/
First year modules include:
- Our Ocean Planet
- Skills for Scientific Success
- Marine Survey Techniques
- Fundamentals of Biology
- Diversity of Life
Second year modules include:
- Marine Vertebrate Biology and Conservation
- Marine Invertebrates
- Marine Biology in Practice
- Husbandry and Conservation of Aquatic Organisms
- Advanced Marine Survey Techniques
- Individual Research Project
*This course is also available to study part-time over three years.
L2 Literacy and L2 Numeracy
Minimum of Grade C/grade 4 in Maths, English Language and Science
AS/A Levels
64 UCAS tariff points to include A2 level in appropriate subjects
BTEC National Diploma/Extended Diploma
BTEC L3 Diploma
BTEC 90 Credit Diploma/Subsidiar
Diploma
64 UCAS tariff points – MPP grades in an appropriate subject
64 UCAS tariff points – MM grades in an appropriate subject
Newquay University Centre Cornwall College
Newquay University Centre Cornwall College is a small but vibrant campus specialising in university level courses focussing on the environment. For over 20 years, we have inspired hundreds of students to make that all-important difference, using their passion as a guide. Our dedicated higher education campus is home to the marine science, zoology and surf stars of the future.
Championing #generationrestoration, this campus may be small, but its students and staff have a big impact on our planet and its future wellbeing. Likeminded individuals come together to undertake international, award-winning research, meaning when their incredible time at Newquay is done, they move onto fantastic and important careers.
It’s why you should definitely consider Newquay University Centre Cornwall College for your #careercollege experience.
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Adult University- Dates
11th January 2025, 11:00am - 1:00pm
21st June 2025, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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18th January 2025, 10:00am - 12:00pm
15th May 2025, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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| Tuition Fees: £9250.00
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Course Code 12031-NQY-25
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