Bachelor's Marine Sciences
What do you think of the Ocean Cleanup Project? What is your opinion on wind farms at sea? Do you also follow all the social media accounts that have anything to do with oceans? Then dive deep with the BSc Marine Sciences.
Why this programme?
- Collaborate with students from all over the world and broaden your horizons.
- By studying the sea from the perspectives of nature, food, and society, you’ll gain valuable experience working with key organisations and stakeholders.
- Innovative, sustainable solutions for the sea (and its use) are urgently needed—and the industry is ready for professionals like you.
Every student has their connection to the ocean making us all very passionate and motivated.
Study programme of BSc Marine Sciences
Seas are being used in increasingly diverse ways—for food production, mineral extraction, transport, wind energy, and tourism. However, warming sea temperatures, overfishing, pollution, and rising sea levels have significant impacts on ecological processes and the social systems of those living by and relying on the sea.
In the international bachelor’s Marine Sciences, you will gain a deeper understanding of marine systems. You will study not only ecology but also the sea as a food source and its importance to society. For instance, you will explore the causes and effects of ocean pollution or how the sea can contribute to sustainable food production.
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Admission and application
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Student experiences
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Future career
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Continue with a Master's
After your bachelor's degree, you have direct access to several MSc programmes at WUR, including the MSc Aquaculture and Marine Resource Management. In addition, depending on electives in your bachelor's degree, you may be admissible to other master's programmes. Read more about the available master’s options.