Marine & Freshwater Biology

Explore aquatic life, ecosystems and conservation in marine and freshwater environments, gaining both field and laboratory experience for careers in ecology, environmental science and wildlife protection.

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Degree

BSc (Hons) Marine & Freshwater Biology

Degree Duration

4 Years :

1 Year Pathway + 3 Year Degree

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Pathways Available

International Stage One

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Start Dates

January

On the BSc (Hons) Marine and Freshwater Biology degree at Edinburgh Napier, you will explore the diversity of aquatic life and the complex ecosystems that support it. You will study how species adapt and interact in oceans, rivers and wetlands, while also investigating the impact of human activity and climate change on these environments.

Your learning combines classroom study with hands-on experience. You will spend time in the lab using modern techniques for analysing water quality, habitats and organisms, and you will take part in fieldwork at coastal and freshwater sites where you can put your knowledge into practice.

As you progress, you will develop the skills to design and carry out your own research projects and to work with organisations involved in wildlife management, conservation and environmental protection. By the time you graduate, you will be ready to build a career in conservation, environmental consultancy, aquatic research or further postgraduate study.

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Important

This pathway will begin in January 2026 and you will complete your studies at the college in August 2026. You will then progress to your chosen degree at Edinburgh Napier University in September 2026, entering directly into the second year of the four year degree.

Edinburgh Napier is ranked Top Modern University in Scotland in THE World University Rankings 2023.

We have a 92% satisfaction rate for our Biological Science course (National Student Survey, 2023).

The IS1 is the first year of a four year International Incorporated Bachelors. And its designed to strengthen your English language abilities and introduce core concepts and knowledge required at university study level. Once you have successfully completed your studies you will continue the remaining stages of your degree directly with the University of your choice.

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International Student Fees

You can find the applicable international student course fee for your chosen pathway study route listed below.

Study Route	Tuition Fees 2024-2025	Tuition Fees 2025-2026
International Foundation Year		£15,955
International stage One (IS1)	£15,325 – £17,425	£15,325 – £17,425
International Stage Two (IS2)	£15,955 – £16,375	£15,955 – £16,375
Pre-Masters (International Incorporated Masters – IIM)	£9,445 – £12,670	£9,445 – £12,670

Please note: There is an additional £220 administration fee payable to Oxford International. Stated fees do not include tuition applicable for your degree course continued at Edinburgh Napier University.

Scholarships

Progression scholarships available for students moving into a degree from all our pathway routes*.
These are available for students from all countries and are automatic on application. ENU progression scholarships, applied to each year of study:

Undergraduate 2025-26
Biosciences……………………£3,000 per year
Business …………………….. £3,000 per year
Digital Media ……………… £3,000 per year
Engineering ……………….. £3,000 per year
Computing ………………….£3,000 per year
Mass Communications…£3,000 per year

* except BA (Hons) Business Management

To be eligible for a 2025/26 progression scholarship you must have enrolled on an ENUIC course that started in the 25/26 academic session.

Postgraduate 2025-26
Arts & Creative Industries….. £3,0000 per year
Business ………………….. £3,000 per year
Computing ………………. £3,000 per year
Healthcare ………………. £3,000 per year

* except MSc International Business Management

To be eligible for a 2025/26 progression scholarship you must have enrolled on an ENUIC course that started in the 25/26 academic session.

Up to £3,000 off tuition of your pathway programme.

Please note you’ll have to apply for a pathway scholarship and only a selection of students will be awarded. For more information on the scholarships we offer to international students please contact us.

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