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The Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS) is Scotland's premier independent marine science organisation generating new knowledge for the benefit of the marine environment and society since 1884.
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Our science works for a greater understanding of ocean systems, improved predictions of coastal futures and a sustainable ocean-based economy.
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150 students study full-time at SAMS on programmes lasting between 1 and 4 years.
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Study marine science

...for curious minds and outdoor adventurers

Courses offered through the University of the Highlands and Islands

Undergraduate marine science courses
Become an expert marine scientist

Join our graduate school: MSc, MPhil, PhD

Become part of the SAMS success story...

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Our research is global - like the ocean

International students are part of who we are

Studying abroad broadens minds and opportunities

For international student candidates

We're a little different

While SAMS is independent, we are one of 8 partners that make up the University of the Highlands and Islands. Most of our students are thus UHI students.

Study @ the university on the beach

Undergraduate study

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BSc Marine Science

BSc Marine Science with Arctic Studies

BSc Marine Science with Oceanography & Robotics

BSc Marine Science with Marine Biology

Postgraduate study

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MRes Marine Science

PhD Marine Science

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