Marine Vertebrate Zoology BSc (Hons)

What is this Marine Vertebrate Zoology degree about?...

The Schools of Ocean Sciences and Biological Sciences jointly teach this specialist single honours Marine Vertebrate Zoology degree, which is a unique course in the UK. The Marine Vertebrate Zoology degree incorporates a wide overview of marine organisms, their habitats and the food web supporting the top predators, including fishes, seabirds, reptiles, seals and whales. During the Marine Vertebrate Zoology degree the general principles of biology, marine biology and marine science will be explored, with the taxonomy, physiology, behaviour and ecology of marine vertebrates highlighted. Opportunities will be presented to consider applied aspects of zoology such as fisheries, aquaculture, conservation biology and ecotourism.