The MSc Marine Biology at University College Cork provides you with comprehensive training across diverse areas of marine science, equipping you with essential field skills including sea survival, powerboat handling, and marine radio operation. This postgraduate programme is ideal if you are passionate about understanding and conserving marine ecosystems, and are eager to develop expertise in areas such as marine megafauna, fisheries, aquaculture, and ecological applications of Geographical Information Systems (GIS). You will delve into the complexities of marine life and environments, preparing you for impactful careers in this vital scientific discipline.
You will engage in a dynamic learning experience, combining eight taught modules covering lectures, practical work, seminars, and fieldwork with a substantial research dissertation. This full-time, on-campus programme, typically completed over one year, involves 90 credits of study, including hands-on experience in marine fieldwork and survey techniques. Upon graduation, you will possess advanced research skills and a deep understanding of marine biology, positioning you for roles in environmental consultancy, research institutions, government agencies, and the aquaculture and fisheries industries.