Overview

Learning outcomes

The areas of marine biology covered in this master’s course includes modules in fisheries and aquaculture, genetics, marine ecology and conservation, marine mammals, and ecological aspects of Geographical Information Systems (GIS). In addition, the course has a significant fieldwork component including ship work as well as survey and sampling techniques training.

Students graduating from The MSc Biology - Marine Biology at University College Cork are equipped with both academic and practical skills in a range of subjects relevant to employers’ requirements both here in Ireland and the wider world. In particular, the compulsory professional certificate courses in Sea Survival, Powerboat Handling, and Marine Radio are a significant addition to any marine biology graduate’s CV, making you immediately employable with no delay in having to do these courses at significant additional expense elsewhere.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Marine Megafauna

Marine Fisheries and Aquaculture

Marine Fieldwork and Survey Techniques

Practical Marine Workplace Skills

Marine Ecology and Conservation

Ecological Applications of Geographical Information Systems

Genetics and the Marine Environment

Marine Biology Research Project

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-06-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2024-07-03 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

90 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biology Marine Science Genetics View 8 other Masters in Genetics in Ireland

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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90

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Other requirements

General requirements

A candidate for the MSc in Marine Biology must have obtained at least a Second Class Honours, Grade II degree in any Biological Science or relevant equivalent area.

In addition, NFQ Level 8 graduates with relevant professional qualifications or relevant experience but not the relevant degree classification may also apply for entry and each case will be judged on a case-by-case basis as to their suitability for the programme, subject to the approval of the College of Science, Engineering and Food Science.

Tuition Fee

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International

23100 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 23100 EUR per year during 12 months.
EU/EEA

6130 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6130 EUR per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Cork

860 - 1400 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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