Applied Marine Science

University of Plymouth

Overview

The Applied Marine Science MRes programme from the University of Plymouth provides you with the scientific knowledge, skills and experience – together with practical field experience carried out with local marine partners and companies – you need for an exciting career in marine science.

Key facts:

• Join a long established (1991), well-respected programme with an excellent record for employment in the marine sciences sector.
• Develop confidence and competence in the theoretical and practical dimensions of marine science, deepening your scientific knowledge of the coastal environment and the pressures placed on it.
• Gain the skills and knowledge required to work as a marine scientist through a vocationally relevant programme, while also benefitting from our strong research-based teaching, supported by our marine research groups.
• Become experienced in coastal zone management using a range of practical techniques and approaches to problem solving.
• Connect with local marine organisations including the Universities' Marine Institute, Marine Biological Association, Plymouth Marine Laboratory and the National Marine Aquarium.
• Make the most of our links to commercial consultancy companies, local councils and environmental organisations that can provide project ideas and supervision on your dissertation.
• Access an extensive range of field/laboratory equipment, including the COAST laboratories, our research vessel RV Falcon Spirit and a new waterfront Marine Station.
• Build the skills required to assimilate knowledge over a wide range of disciplines and apply them to environmental analysis.
• Benefit from the option of studying this programme part time.