MSc International Marine Science

The International Marine Science course offered at Heriot-Watt University is a postgraduate program available to both full-time and part-time students. The course is designed to equip students with an understanding of the global marine environment, both scientifically and socioeconomically. It provides a foundation in the function, biodiversity, and management of marine ecosystems and prepares students to address key global challenges such as mitigating marine pollution, facilitating economic development, and conserving biodiversity.Course Content: The program's curriculum includes studying marine ecology and conservation, oceanography and marine geology, marine biotechnology, marine environmental systems, and investigation in marine science. The program also includes opportunities for students to undertake research projects.Key Modules: Some of the major modules of the course are Marine Ecological and Evolutionary Processes, Marine Biotechnology, Practical Introduction to Marine Biotechnology, Marine Systems and Policies, and Research Project (International Marine Science).Accreditations: The course adheres to the high standard education guidelines set by Heriot-Watt University.Future Careers: The program prepares students for a range of roles in conservation, government, industry, and academia, both in the UK and overseas. It's particularly suitable for those seeking a career in marine conservation, fisheries and aquaculture management, marine policy and planning, renewable marine energy, and marine consultancy.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.