Overview
The Marine Science and Fisheries student at Sultan Qaboos University should complete the course work requirements specified in the degree plan with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00. For the thesis, the candidate is required to conduct the necessary literature review, undertake the research, analyze the results, write the report and communicate the results at an oral defense.
Learning outcomes
This work need not necessarily be original research, but should be a new application of ideas. The student should identify the research problem in consultation with the supervisor, which normally takes place in the second semester.
The student should register for the thesis in the third semester after having completed at least 12 credits of the course work.
Programme Structure
Courses include:- Statistics and Experimental Design
- Research Methods
- Advanced Oceanography
- Tropical Marine Aquaculture
- Marine Fisheries Resources
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
- Part-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Muscat, Oman
Disciplines
Marine Engineering Marine ScienceWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Candidates from other disciplines may be asked to attend additional bridging courses before starting the program.
- Applicant must submit a release letter or a study leave from employer for full time study or no objection letter for part-time study, addressed to the dean of postgraduate studies at SQU. Un-employed applicant needs to submit a statement from The Public Authority of Manpower Register documenting the unemployment status of the applicant.
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Tuition Fee
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International
4000 OMR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4000 OMR per year during 24 months. -
National
3000 OMR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3000 OMR per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Muscat
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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