Overview

The Master of Science in Marine Biological Resources (IMBRSea) at Ghent University takes the strengths from the previous International Master of Science in Marine Biodiversity and Conservation (EMBC+), and prepares students for the rapidly evolving demands of the blue bio-economy and research on the sustainable use of marine biological resources.

Key Facts

The Marine Biological Resources (IMBRSea) at Ghent University will prepare you for a broad range of careers from academic marine research to working within industry, governmental or non-governmental organisations. Potential roles include:

Fisheries biologist

Marine consultant

Ocean and coastal policy coordinator

Contract scientific diver

Marine biologist

Oceanographer

Marine park manager

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Understanding the structure and function of marine biodiversity

Toolbox for investigating marine biodiversity
Conservation and restoration of marine biodiversity
Transferable skills

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-22 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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IELTS

6

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Gent, Belgium
Gent, Belgium

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

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4

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59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

A prerequisite for admission is that applicants have a Bachelor (or Master) degree in biology, ecology, environmental sciences, oceanography, marine sciences, (bio)chemistry, biotechnology, geography, geology, veterinary medicine or other equivalent degrees with minimum 180 credits at the latest before September 1st of the academic year you start the IMBRSea programme.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

7361 EUR / year

≈ 7361 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

1229 EUR / year

≈ 1229 EUR / year

Living costs

Gent

Belgium

754 - 1205 EUR / month

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

Funding

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Overview

Key Facts

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Living costs

Gent

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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