Overview

The Marine and Lacustrine Science and Management programme at Ghent University addresses students with a background in sciences. Oceans & Lakes is an interuniversity programme.

Key Facts

The programme adopts a multidisciplinary approach integrating physical, chemical, geological, ecological and societal aspects and including nature conservation and sustainable development.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Oceanography

Estuarine and Coastal Systems

Law and Ethics on Conservation of Aquatic Systems

In-situ and Remote Sensing Tools in Aquatic Sciences

Environmental Modelling

River and Lake Ecology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-31 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2027-03-31 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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4

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IELTS

6

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Gent, Belgium

Disciplines

Management Studies Hydrology & Water Management Marine Science View 8 other Masters in Marine Science in Belgium

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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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6

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General requirements

Oceans and Lakes is open to holders of a bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, chemistry, geology, geography and geomatics, bio-engineer science or environmental sciences. For other bachelors in science and applied science, equivalency will be evaluated based on scientific competences and skills of the students by the Oceans and Lakes Steering Committee.
Applicants must have a bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years with good overall scores (at least upper second class of equivalent) from a university or recognized equivalent.

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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.

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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

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Funding

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