Don't miss our weekly Masters newsletter | Sign up now Don't miss our weekly Masters newsletter | Sign up now

  MSc Marine Science and Sustainable Development


University of Essex    School of Life Sciences

Full time October MSc 1 Year Full Time
Biological Sciences (4) Environmental Sciences (13) Politics & Government (30)

FindAMasters summary

Are you passionate about the ocean and its conservation? The MSc Marine Science and Sustainable Development programme at the University of Essex is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to tackle the pressing issues facing our marine environment. With a focus on sustainable development, you will explore topics such as marine resource management, environmental challenges, and science-informed policy responses. The programme offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience through a work placement with government, industry, or non-governmental organizations. Entry requirements include a 2.2 degree in a relevant subject, but consideration will also be given to relevant experience and personal statements. Join us and become part of the growing community of practitioners in marine sustainable development.

About the course

Our ocean is the largest connected system on Earth, but it is under increasing pressure from expanding human activities and the climate crisis. As a future expert in marine science you will learn to identify sustainable development opportunities and assist conservation science, ‘blue economy' industries, and ocean

Read more about this course

Entry Requirements

A degree with a 2.2 in a relevant subject such as : Marine Biology, Marine Chemistry, Oceanography, Environmental Sciences and tropical Biology.

Applications from students with a degree below a 2:2 will be considered dependent on any relevant professional or voluntary experience, previous modules studied and/or personal statement.

Your Degree should contain some Ecology components including aquatic/marine Ecology, Biodiversity or Conservation.

We accept a wide range of qualifications from applicants studying in the EU and other countries. Get in touch with any questions you may have about the qualifications we accept.



 Course Content

Visit institution website

Where will I study?

Where is University of Essex

Videos


Search Suggestions

Based on your current searches we recommend the following search filters