General information
From its years of academic research and industrial consultancy experience as one of the main UK Marine Technology Centres, the University recognises the need for an interdisciplinary approach to both the development and the protection of ocean resources.
In these times of rapid global change, it is essential that scientists and environmental decision-makers understand the fundamentals of the technologies involved in different development options, whilst engineers should be encouraged to adopt an understanding of the environmental, socio-economic and political aspects of any proposed project.
This programme covers all of the above areas and its structure is sufficiently flexible to meet the wide variations in background of entrants - and their respective individual career plans. A major aim of the programme is to provide students with training in holistic approaches to addressing and solving environmental problems and we strive to maintain a mix of entrants from different disciplines, from UK, EU and overseas, and from both recent graduates as well as entrants with industrial experience. This mix has previously proven extremely useful in widening the horizons of the individual class members.
The structure of this Masters degree is sufficient flexibility to meet the wide variations in background of entrants - and their respective individual career plans. A major aim of the course is to provide students with training in holistic approaches to addressing and solving environmental problems and we strive to maintain a mix of entrants from different disciplines, from UK, EU and overseas, and from both recent graduates as well as entrants with industrial experience. This mix has previously proven extremely useful in widening the horizons of the individual class members.
The duration of the MSc is 12 months, starting in September, finishing in August. It consists of eight courses, split into two semesters (four courses per semester). The masters research project is conducted at the end of the second semester, with a final submission date in August. Graduation for Masters students normally takes place in November.
Core courses
- Marine Resources and Sustainability
- Marine Ecotoxicology
- Marine Environmental Monitoring
- Climate Change: Mitigation and Adaptation Measures
- Research Project (MSc only)
Further information is available at: marinemsc.sls.hw.ac.uk.
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Venue
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Application
Click here to apply: http://www.hw.ac.uk/student-life/how-to-apply/postgraduate.htm
Cost:
<table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1" style="line-height:20.7999992370605px; width:400px"> <tbody> <tr> <td> </td> <td class="rtecenter"><strong>Full-time</strong></td> <td class="rtecenter"><strong>Part-time</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td><strong>Scotland/Non-UK EU</strong></td> <td class="rtecenter">£7.800</td> <td class="rtecenter">£3.900</td> </tr> <tr> <td><strong>England/Northern Ireland/Wales</strong></td> <td class="rtecenter">£7.800</td> <td class="rtecenter">£3.900</td> </tr> <tr> <td><strong>Overseas</strong></td> <td class="rtecenter">£19.200</td> <td class="rtecenter">£9.660</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p>Per course: £975 for EU students and £2400 for international students</p>
Prerequisites:
Degree Requirements
For MSc level entry, candidates must hold a First or Second Class Honours Degree or equivalent qualification from a British or approved overseas university, preferably in a Biological Science. Similar qualifications or, alternatively, backgrounds in Geography, Civil Engineering, Economics and other disciplines are also suitable.
For Diploma level entry candidates must hold a degree, preferably at Honours level in an appropriate subject as defined above. Equivalent qualifications will be considered on an individual basis; please enquire if you have any doubts.
Language Requirements
If your first language is not English, or your first degree was not taught in English, you need to provide evidence of your English language ability. The minimum requirement for English language is IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Application Procedure:
You can apply for this programme using the online application form and start by creating an account. You will need to attach the following documents to your online application:
- a copy of your degree certificate and relevant transcripts
- proof of your ability in the English language
- references from two academic sources
- a copy of the photo page from your passport (International students requiring a visa to enter the UK)
- a financial guarantee to prove how your tuition fees and personal maintenance costs will be met (International students requiring a visa to enter the UK or are being sponsored by their government or a commercial organisation).
Application Deadline: there is no official deadline for postgraduate applications; they are accepted right up until the beginning of term. However, if you are applying for a popular programme, it is in your best interest to submit your application as soon as you can so that you have the best chance of getting a place.
Grant Opportunities:
There are a number of Heriot-Watt Bursaries available to eligible students. For all Heriot-Watt Scholarships and bursaries please click here.
Qualification
Assessment:
Assessment by a written examination and continuous means, e.g. course essays and desk studies. Award of the Master of Science degree will depend also on the satisfactory completion of the research project on which a dissertation will be submitted. The dissertation shall represent one third of the total assessment. Students must gain at least 50% average on the taught elements and 50% on the dissertation to qualify for the award of a MSc.
Qualification: Master of Science
From its years of academic research and industrial consultancy experience as one of the main UK Marine Technology Centres, the University recognises the need for an interdisciplinary approach to both the development and the protection of ocean resources.
In these times of rapid global change, it is essential that scientists and environmental decision-makers understand the fundamentals of the technologies involved in different development options, whilst engineers should be encouraged to adopt an understanding of the environmental, socio-economic and political aspects of any proposed project.
This programme covers all of the above areas and its structure is sufficiently flexible to meet the wide variations in background of entrants - and their respective individual career plans. A major aim of the programme is to provide students with training in holistic approaches to addressing and solving environmental problems and we strive to maintain a mix of entrants from different disciplines, from UK, EU and overseas, and from both recent graduates as well as entrants with industrial experience. This mix has previously proven extremely useful in widening the horizons of the individual class members.
The structure of this Masters degree is sufficient flexibility to meet the wide variations in background of entrants - and their respective individual career plans. A major aim of the course is to provide students with training in holistic approaches to addressing and solving environmental problems and we strive to maintain a mix of entrants from different disciplines, from UK, EU and overseas, and from both recent graduates as well as entrants with industrial experience. This mix has previously proven extremely useful in widening the horizons of the individual class members.
The duration of the MSc is 12 months, starting in September, finishing in August. It consists of eight courses, split into two semesters (four courses per semester). The masters research project is conducted at the end of the second semester, with a final submission date in August. Graduation for Masters students normally takes place in November.
Core courses
- Marine Resources and Sustainability
- Marine Ecotoxicology
- Marine Environmental Monitoring
- Climate Change: Mitigation and Adaptation Measures
- Research Project (MSc only)
Further information is available at: marinemsc.sls.hw.ac.uk.
You can apply for this programme using the online application form and start by creating an account. You will need to attach the following documents to your online application:
- a copy of your degree certificate and relevant transcripts
- proof of your ability in the English language
- references from two academic sources
- a copy of the photo page from your passport (International students requiring a visa to enter the UK)
- a financial guarantee to prove how your tuition fees and personal maintenance costs will be met (International students requiring a visa to enter the UK or are being sponsored by their government or a commercial organisation).
Application Deadline: there is no official deadline for postgraduate applications; they are accepted right up until the beginning of term. However, if you are applying for a popular programme, it is in your best interest to submit your application as soon as you can so that you have the best chance of getting a place.
Assessment by a written examination and continuous means, e.g. course essays and desk studies. Award of the Master of Science degree will depend also on the satisfactory completion of the research project on which a dissertation will be submitted. The dissertation shall represent one third of the total assessment. Students must gain at least 50% average on the taught elements and 50% on the dissertation to qualify for the award of a MSc.
Degree Requirements
For MSc level entry, candidates must hold a First or Second Class Honours Degree or equivalent qualification from a British or approved overseas university, preferably in a Biological Science. Similar qualifications or, alternatively, backgrounds in Geography, Civil Engineering, Economics and other disciplines are also suitable.
For Diploma level entry candidates must hold a degree, preferably at Honours level in an appropriate subject as defined above. Equivalent qualifications will be considered on an individual basis; please enquire if you have any doubts.
Language Requirements
If your first language is not English, or your first degree was not taught in English, you need to provide evidence of your English language ability. The minimum requirement for English language is IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
