Program Overview
Undergraduate Degree in Marine Sciences
Overview
The Undergraduate Degree in Marine Sciences is a 240-credit program offered by the Faculty of Science at the University of Alicante. The program is taught in Spanish and Valencian, with a classroom-based teaching modality.
Program Details
- Total credits: 240
- Places offered: 60
- Credit fee: 17,34 (1st registration); 34,55 (2nd registration); 73,32 (3rd registration); 97,76 (4th and further registrations)
- Teaching modality: Classroom-based
- Language of instruction: Spanish, Valencian
- Branch of Knowledge: Sciences
- Field of study: Earth sciences
- Curriculum published: BOE 22/03/2012
- Modification of the curriculum published: BOE 22/07/2015
- Faculty involved: Faculty of Science
- Name of the undergraduate coordinator: Yolanda Fernández Torquemada
International Dual Undergraduate Degree
The University of Alicante offers an opportunity to earn an international dual undergraduate degree by the UA and the University (Universidade do Vale do Itajaí, Brazil): Double Degree in Marine Sciences + Oceanography.
Admission
The application period for access to the degrees will be from June 16 to July 4, 2025 (July 4 until 2:00 p.m.).
Objectives and Career Options
The program aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of marine sciences, preparing them for a wide range of career options.
Description and Content
The program covers a broad range of topics in marine sciences, including earth sciences, biology, chemistry, and physics.
Quality Standards
The program is committed to maintaining high-quality standards, with a focus on academic excellence and student satisfaction.
Curriculum
The curriculum is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in marine sciences, with a range of compulsory and elective courses.
News and Events
The program regularly updates its news and events section, featuring recent developments, research projects, and academic achievements.
Research Areas
The program is involved in various research areas, including marine biology, oceanography, and environmental sciences.
Last Updated
The program information was last updated on 25/11/2025.