Overview

Graduates of the Marine and Freshwater Resources - Management programme of the University of Galway examine the impacts that both human and natural causes have on water quality and various contaminants and pathways. The course helps society manage water quality for future generations to come.

Careers

The MSc in Marine and Freshwater Resources: Management will produce well-rounded, dynamic problem-solvers and leaders who can work in any area related to the marine and freshwater environments and associated industry. Graduates often gain meaningful employment immediately in the sector.

Sectors and Employers: Opportunities exist in sectors such as government, NGOs, and private companies, all driven to meet environmental targets set within international agreements. The course is relevant to professionals in Local Authorities, regulatory sectors, and environmental consultancy firms.

Examples of Roles: Graduates acquire multidisciplinary skills in science, communication, and management. Career paths include roles such as project managers, consultants, and advisors within public and private sectors in Ireland and internationally.

Further Study: The course provides a strong foundation and a portfolio of generic skills that help graduates compete for PhD programmes and improve their ability for other research roles in academia. The subject knowledge, transferable skills, and thesis elements are designed to provide the opportunity to carry out further research.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Environmental Problems in Marine and Freshwater Environments: Contaminants

Environmental Problems in Marine and Freshwater Environments: Methodological Aspects and Applications

Marine and Freshwater Acidification

Water Framework Directive

Metals in the Environment, Speciation, Bioavailability, Remediation

Water Quality

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-07 00:00:00

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Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, you are advised to apply as early as possible.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

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88

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PTE Academic

63

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Galway, Ireland

Disciplines

Biology Hydrology & Water Management Marine Science View 21 other Masters in Biology in Ireland

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

Lower Second Class _{(recommended)}

English requirements

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General requirements

Minimum academic standards (proposed 2.1 honours, or equivalent, though 2.2 students [or equivalent] with relevant experience will also be considered), English language proficiency: IELTS 6.5 (University of Galway minimum requirement). Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is considered.
The ‘Marine and Freshwater Resources: Management’ Programme Board will consider non-standard applications. Both the appropriate discipline and required relevant experience are at the discretion of the Programme Board.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

28500 EUR / year

≈ 28500 EUR / year
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EU/EEA Nationals

8900 EUR / year

≈ 8900 EUR / year

Additional Details

Student Levy €140

Living costs

Galway

Ireland

800 - 1100 EUR / month

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