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Master of Science in International Marine Biological Resources

Course ID: 192927
Atlantic Technological University (ATU Galway)
Galway
2 years
9000

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This two-year taught International MSc programme covers a wide range of subjects related to the sustainable use of marine biological resources.This is a unique opportunity to study at a choice of nine European universities and receive one joint degree, while gaining access to Europe's top marine research institutes.As a student on this exciting Masters programme, you will have the opportunity to:Be part of an international student communityExperience the diversity of European marine ecosystemsChoose a thematic specialization fit to your own personal interestsGain valuable skills through extensive practical and laboratory trainingPresent your thesis at an international open symposiumResearch projects as an integral part of your study programmeParticipate in a 10-day field research project during the IMBRSea Joint SchoolThe International Master in Marine Biological Resources (IMBRSea), is a joint Master programme organized by ten leading European universities in the field of marine sciences.IMBRSea covers a wide range of subjects related to the sustainable use of marine biological resources.With an emphasis on marine biological and ecological processes, the programme links biology of marine organisms and environmental studies with subjects in marine policy and planning.Topics are covered through Thematic Modules in Specialization Tracks to prepare the next generation of scientists who need to understand the marine ecosystem functioning and conservation of biodiversity to work in biological resources exploitation and management.IMBRSea offers a unique combination of Courses, Annual Symposia, Professional Practices and Thesis subjects in an integrated program to learn how to develop blue biotechnologies in a sustainable way.The International Master in Marine Biological Resources (IMBRSea), is a joint Master programme organized by ten leading European universities in the field of marine sciences:Ghent University (BE)Sorbonne Universit (FR)University of the Algarve (PT)University of Oviedo (ES)ATU Galway Mayo (IE)University of the Basque Country (ES)Polytechnic University of Marche (IT)University of Bergen (NO)Universit de Bretagne Occidentale (FR)Universit Cte d'Azur (FR)It is supported by fourteen Marine Research Institutes belonging to the European Marine Biological Resource Centre (EMBRC).Based on the objectives of the EMBRC consortium, IMBRSea covers a wide range of subjects related to the sustainable use of marine biological resources. With an emphasis on marine biological and ecological processes, the programme links biology of marine organisms and environmental studies with subjects in marine policy and planning.

Course Details

Course LocationGalway City, Galway
Course TypeClassroom Based
Course QualificationMasters Degree
Course Duration2 years
Course TimeFull-time
Course Fee9000
Entry RequirementsA prerequisite for admission is that applicants have a Bachelor (or Master) degree in biology, ecology, environmental sciences, oceanography, marine sciences, geography, geology, veterinary medicine or other equivalent degrees with minimum 180 credits (3 years). Language Requirements Knowledge of the English language is considered as a basic requirement. All students must provide evidence of their proficiency in English through one of the following documents (not older than 2 years at the application deadline): A recent TOEFL Certificate: minimum score: 87 points (internet based) A recent IELTS Certificate: minimum score: 6.5 A recent Certificate of a University Language Centre testifying that the student masters the necessary knowledge of English to function academically (specify CEF-level / minimum CEF-level B2) A recent Cambridge English certificate: Cambridge English First (FCE) - grade A or B A certificate proving that you have followed at least 1 year of higher education in English More information Further details are available at the IMBRSea website (External link) Apply today Please visit the IMBRSea Application page to apply http://imbrsea.eu/applications

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Atlantic Technological University (ATU Galway)

ATU Galway City, Dublin Road, Galway City, H91 T8NW, Ireland  / ATU Galway City – Wellpark Road, Wellpark Road, H91 DY9Y, Galway  / ATU Connemara , Letterfrack, Co. Galway, H91 AH5K, Ireland / ATU Mountbellew, Mountbellew, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway, H53 WE00, Ireland , Galway City, Galway, Ireland. Eircode: H91 T8NW

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