International Marine Biological Resources - Galway

ATU Galway / Mayo

Course code
GA_SMBRG_V09
QQI level
Level 9
NFQ type
Level 9 NFQ
Duration
2 years full-time. On Campus. On-Campus Attendance This is a full-time on-campus taught Masters programme. Students have 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
Attendance
Full time
CAO points
Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ)
Galway
NFQ Level 9

Course summary

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.

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.