St. Andrews,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Marine Ecosystem Management in St Andrews United Kingdom | University of St Andrews
University of St Andrews
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St Andrews United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
29,950
(c. USD39,916.76)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
This Master of Science program equips students with advanced knowledge of marine ecosystems, examining the relationships between physical environments, biodiversity, and human influences. Delivered by distinguished researchers from the Scottish Oceans Institute, it prepares graduates for careers in scientific research and environmental management. The one-year Marine Ecosystem Management MSc, offered by the School of Biology, adopts an integrated approach to studying ecosystem functions and services, leveraging the University's quantitative expertise through the Scottish Oceans Institute (SOI). The curriculum features rigorous training in analytical methods (including statistical modeling and GIS applications). Participants gain hands-on experience through local fieldwork and boat-based instruction (covered by tuition fees), with optional international field courses (additional costs apply) available in Antarctica (polar ecology studies) or Indonesia (scientific diving certification). The program's structure combines mandatory courses with specialized electives, enabling personalized study paths. Features interactive, small-group learning with emphasis on practical, student-centered education.
Full-time duration: 12 months.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
A first or upper 2.1 (Honours) undergraduate degree in a relevant natural science. Other scientific, engineering or mathematics degrees may be acceptable. If you studied your first degree outside the UK, see the international entry requirements.
Training in advanced mathematics and statistics (at least to UK school AS/A-level, Higher, International Baccalaureate or equivalent).
Very good baseline IT skills including word-processing, spreadsheet use, email and internet.
IELTS (Academic) - Minimum overall score 7.0, with 6.5. minimum component scores (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking).
TOEFL iBT - 94 Minimum overall score, with minimum component scores (Listening-20, Reading-19, Writing-24, Speaking-20).
Training in advanced mathematics and statistics (at least to UK school AS/A-level, Higher, International Baccalaureate or equivalent).
Very good baseline IT skills including word-processing, spreadsheet use, email and internet.
IELTS (Academic) - Minimum overall score 7.0, with 6.5. minimum component scores (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking).
TOEFL iBT - 94 Minimum overall score, with minimum component scores (Listening-20, Reading-19, Writing-24, Speaking-20).
Tuition
GBP
29,950