MSc Zoo and Aquarium Conservation Biology vs MSc Applied Marine Science

Course Comparison

Course	MSc Zoo and Aquarium Conservation Biology	MSc Applied Marine Science
Award	Master of Science - MSc	Master of Science - MSc
Duration	1 year	1 year
Assessment breakdown	-	-
Course type	Full-time, Part-time route available	Full-time, Part-time route available
Placement	(+ optional placement)	-
Location	Plymouth	Plymouth
Provider	School of Biological and Marine Sciences	School of Biological and Marine Sciences
Entry requirements	A 2:1 or equivalent preferably in a biology, science, marine or animal related subject. We will consider a 2:2 or equivalent or other relevant awards, with substantial relevant experience. Applicants with overseas qualifications can check their comparability with the UK equivalent through Ecctis, which provides an advisory service. If your first language is not English then evidence of English proficiency is required. The level of proficiency that is required can vary with the type of programme for which you are applying. For further advice on the appropriateness of overseas qualification and proficiency in the use of English, please contact our International Office . The minimum IELTS score for acceptable English proficiency for entry is normally 6.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each element). English language requirements We welcome applicants with international qualifications. To view other accepted qualifications please refer to our tariff glossary .	You should have: A 2:1 or equivalent preferably in a science or engineering subject. We will consider a 2:2 or equivalent or other relevant awards. If you don’t have any recent formal qualifications, we may accept workplace experience. If you have overseas qualifications you can check how they compare with the UK equivalent through Ecctis, who provide an advisory service. English language: If English is not your first language then we’ll need evidence of your proficiency in English. The minimum IELTS score usually accepted is 6.5. Our International Office has more information. English language requirements We welcome applicants with international qualifications. To view other accepted qualifications please refer to our tariff glossary .