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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Marine and Freshwater Biology
Edinburgh Napier University
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Marine and Freshwater Biology course at Edinburgh Napier University.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
B,C,C
Including Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Applied Science.
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at Edinburgh Napier University. These students are taking Marine and Freshwater Biology or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Biology | C |
| Chemistry | C |
| Geography | B |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: C161
Here's what Edinburgh Napier University says about its Marine and Freshwater Biology course.
Our strong partnership with St Abbs Marine Station gives students opportunities to engage in exciting research.
Explore the aquatic environment, its importance in understanding climate change, and how to monitor and protect marine and freshwater species in a sustainable manner.
The aquatic realm makes up more than 70 per cent of the Earth’s surface and represents the largest domain on earth. This course focuses on the study of the fascinating diversity of life contained in these habitats.
You’ll come to appreciate the issues involved in management of aquatic resources and learn how a firm understanding of the organisation of aquatic ecosystems can promote use in a sustainable manner.
Aquatic habitats and organisms are also pivotal in the understanding of climatic change making this course very relevant to a career in conservation and environmental protection.
This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology.
Please visit our website for full course and module details.
Source: Edinburgh Napier University
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
School of Applied Sciences
Location
Sighthill | Edinburgh
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Aquatic biology
Start date
7 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,790 per year |
| Scotland | £1,820 per year |
| Wales | £9,790 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,790 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,790 per year |
Edinburgh Napier University student reviews
Showing 16 reviews
1st year student
1 year ago
I've never had an issue so far with the student union but I have heard good things
1st year student
1 year ago
Students are all great and easy to talk to. I like the various groups they offer
1st year student
1 year ago
My studies are covered which is great, I wouldn't be here without it. Of course it's hard to travel in each day but it's cheaper than living closer to uni.
1st year student
1 year ago
Feedback on work is always respectful to me even when saying what I haven't done right or need to work on. They always provide helpful insights such as going over assignments briefs with us
1st year student
1 year ago
I like the different levels of the libraries/quiet spaces. Toilets are always extremely clean. I don't live in uni accommodation so have nothing to say on that
1st year student
1 year ago
The course works well. The modules are very helpful at getting an overview and the timing of lectures each week don't feel like they're rushing through or going to slow. Tutorials are helpful when people decide to talk
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Edinburgh Napier University
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Edinburgh Napier University students who took the Marine and Freshwater Biology course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
97%
high
Teaching on my course
97%
high
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
100%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
100%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
94%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
94%
high
Learning opportunities
98%
high
Learning opportunities
98%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
94%
high
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
100%
high
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
100%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
100%
high
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
94%
high
Assessment and feedback
92%
high
Assessment and feedback
92%
high
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
100%
high
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
100%
high
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
88%
high
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
81%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
94%
high
Academic support
100%
high
Academic support
100%
high
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
100%
high
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
100%
high
Organisation and management
97%
high
Organisation and management
97%
high
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
93%
high
How well organised is your course?
100%
high
Learning resources
94%
high
Learning resources
94%
high
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
93%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
94%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
94%
high
Student voice
98%
high
Student voice
98%
high
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
100%
high
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
94%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
100%
high
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
92%
high
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
Overall, I am satisfied with the quality of the course.
100%
high
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
93%
high
Student information
See who's studying at Edinburgh Napier University. These students are taking Marine and Freshwater Biology or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about Edinburgh Napier University graduates who took Marine and Freshwater Biology - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
50%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
90%
In work, study or other activity
60%
Say it fits with future plans
60%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
10%
Administrative occupations
10%
Business and public service associate professionals
10%
Conservation and environment professionals
10%
Sales occupations
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Edinburgh Napier University graduates who took Marine and Freshwater Biology - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£20.3k
First year after graduation
£25.2k
Third year after graduation
£28.3k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Marine and Freshwater Biology.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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