General information
The Marine and Coastal Systems (MaCS - SIMCO) master programme, integrates knowledge using an interdisciplinary approach. It focuses on the study of processes operating within the coastal and marine systems, subject to complex geological, physical, chemical, biological and social forcings.
Teaching methods
- Taught modules, core and optional research training modules
- Field work and field visits (more than 50h) and use of field equipment
- Laboratory work (more than 200h) and use of extensive laboratory facilities and equipment
- Science communication in seminars
- Scientific diving (optional)
Programme
| 1st Semester | 2nd Semester | 3rd Semester |
| Large Scale Ocean Processes | Coastal Oceanography | Eutrophication and Harmful Algal Blooms |
| Geology and Geophysics of Ocean Basins | Remote sensing and marine cartography | Isotopic Tracers of Marine Processes |
| Marine Morphodynamics | Modelling of Marine Systems | Coastal and Marine Hazards |
| arine Trophic Dynamics | Oceanographic Data Analysis | Records and Measures of Environmental Changes |
| Anthropic Disturbances of Marine Systems | Monitoring of Marine Systems | Basin Analysis |
| Socioeconomic Challenges in Coastal Zones – Seminars | Seminar in Economics of Marine Resources / Scientific Diving (Optional) | Dissertation Plan – Seminar |
The 4th Semester is dedicated to the Master Thesis.
1. Capacity to assess of Human and natural forcings on coastal and marine systems;
2. Critical and analytical thinking skills;
3. Demonstrate ability and proficiency in quantitative skills;
4. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form to convey scientific knowledge and results to peers, and public domain;
5. Ability to independently design and execute research work oriented on quantitative data;
6. Develop the capacity of working in a team.
Content
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Venue
Faro, Portugal
Faculty of Sciences and Technology
Campus de Gambelas,
8005-139 Faro
Application
Click here to apply: http://fct.ualg.pt/rc/pt/content/formulario-para-candidatura-mestrado-post-gradu...
Cost:
<p>1000 euros/year for EU citizens<br /> 3500 euros/year for citizens from other countries + 175 euros/year for registration and school insurance.</p> <p> </p>
Prerequisites:
1st degree (BSc) on Marine Sciences, Biology and Life Sciences, Earth Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, Engineering and Physical Geography.
Application Procedure:
You need to complete the online Application Form. The application will only be considered after receiving, by email or post mail, the following documents: Curriculum Vitae (with personal, academic and professional details); Copy of diplomas or certificates of academic degrees (with the transcript of records); The proof of payment of the application fee (50 €).
Application Period
1st phase - Open till 15/03/2016, results due by 23/03/2016
2nd phase - until 15/07/2016, results due by 20/07/2016
3rd phase - until 02/09/2016, results due by 09/09/2016
Qualification
Qualification: Master of Science
Credits:
The Marine and Coastal Systems (MaCS - SIMCO) master programme, integrates knowledge using an interdisciplinary approach. It focuses on the study of processes operating within the coastal and marine systems, subject to complex geological, physical, chemical, biological and social forcings.
Teaching methods
- Taught modules, core and optional research training modules
- Field work and field visits (more than 50h) and use of field equipment
- Laboratory work (more than 200h) and use of extensive laboratory facilities and equipment
- Science communication in seminars
- Scientific diving (optional)
Programme
| 1st Semester | 2nd Semester | 3rd Semester |
| Large Scale Ocean Processes | Coastal Oceanography | Eutrophication and Harmful Algal Blooms |
| Geology and Geophysics of Ocean Basins | Remote sensing and marine cartography | Isotopic Tracers of Marine Processes |
| Marine Morphodynamics | Modelling of Marine Systems | Coastal and Marine Hazards |
| arine Trophic Dynamics | Oceanographic Data Analysis | Records and Measures of Environmental Changes |
| Anthropic Disturbances of Marine Systems | Monitoring of Marine Systems | Basin Analysis |
| Socioeconomic Challenges in Coastal Zones – Seminars | Seminar in Economics of Marine Resources / Scientific Diving (Optional) | Dissertation Plan – Seminar |
The 4th Semester is dedicated to the Master Thesis.
You need to complete the online Application Form. The application will only be considered after receiving, by email or post mail, the following documents: Curriculum Vitae (with personal, academic and professional details); Copy of diplomas or certificates of academic degrees (with the transcript of records); The proof of payment of the application fee (50 €).
Application Period
1st phase - Open till 15/03/2016, results due by 23/03/2016
2nd phase - until 15/07/2016, results due by 20/07/2016
3rd phase - until 02/09/2016, results due by 09/09/2016
1. Capacity to assess of Human and natural forcings on coastal and marine systems;
2. Critical and analytical thinking skills;
3. Demonstrate ability and proficiency in quantitative skills;
4. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form to convey scientific knowledge and results to peers, and public domain;
5. Ability to independently design and execute research work oriented on quantitative data;
6. Develop the capacity of working in a team.
1st degree (BSc) on Marine Sciences, Biology and Life Sciences, Earth Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, Engineering and Physical Geography.
