University of Exeter
Programme code: C816
Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time (UK/EU only)
Start date: October
Location: Exeter (Streatham Campus)
Programme Director: Dr Rod Wilson
Programme information
Visit the Aquatic Biology and Resource Management MSc webpages at http://www.exeter.ac.uk/postgraduate/degrees/biosciences/aquaticmsc/
2009/10 Fees (fees may be expected to rise for 2010/11)
UK/EU £6,500 (full-time) pro rata for part-time; International £12,250 (full-time).
This programme will cover contemporary aspects of both marine and freshwater systems, and has been designed with strong input from multiple outside bodies including Cefas (Defra), Environment Agency and Natural England. These organisations have been crucial to the design of the programme to ensure training that links directly to relevant employment opportunities within the UK and abroad.
The programme, taught by leading international researchers, will provide insights into a variety of areas relevant to aquatic resource management including biodiversity, environmental law, wildlife and ecosystem management, aquaculture and ecotoxicology, as well as unique field experience aboard the Cefas research vessel "Endeavour".
All material is specifically designed to form an ideal grounding for your future career. The programme has a significant research component which accounts for about half of the programme, as well as professional skills training, and is designed to provide training in areas most relevant for your academic and professional development.
Entry requirements At least an Upper Second Class Honours degree or equivalent in Biology or a relevant science subject.
Modules
1. Fisheries Science - Theoretical Aspects
2. Marine Fisheries - Practical Field Training
3. Freshwater and Estuarine Environments - Practical Field Training
4. Environmental Perturbations
5. Conservation and Management
6. Environmental Impact Assessments
7. Professional Skills
8. Research Awareness and Methodology, including attending School research seminars, and preparing a literature review and a practice research grant proposal for your chosen research project topic.
9. A substantial research project is undertaken supervised by academics within the School of Biosciences, or from any of the course partner organisations
Funding: Generous School bursaries may be available. The University also offers a Full-Fee Masters Scholarships Scheme.
For more information please contact:
Ms Christi Hetzler
Phone: +44 (0) 1392 263428
Fax: +44 (0) 1392 263434
