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MSc International Marine Science

Heriot-Watt University

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Edinburgh Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    08-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

MSc International Marine Science provides those of you with a bachelor-level graduate degree in Biology the opportunity to build your marine science knowledge and expertise. For those of you from a different academic background, the programme offers you the opportunity to prepare for employment in the wider international marine management and planning sector, through studying a range of relevant topical issues within this area. Youll gain a broad knowledge of the fundamental principles, interdisciplinary nature, and innovative international practices in the global marine science field.

Youll explore marine resources and their sustainable exploitation, and how to use this theoretical knowledge in real-world practical applications. Youll also consider strategic environmental assessment, policy, legal, ethical and health and safety issues of concern in the marine environment.

The career-focused masters programme will develop your technical, scientific, and managerial abilities, relevant for a marine science career in academia, industry, government and non-governmental organisations.

Tuition fees

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£ 28,056per year

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University information

Heriot-Watt University

Heriot-Watt University

  • University League Table

    42nd

  • Campus address

    Heriot-Watt University, Riccarton, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, City Of, EH14 4AS, Scotland

One of Scotland's most international universities. With five global campuses, you'll join over 27,000 students and an alumni network of 159,000 in 190 nations.
Global companies actively seek out Heriot-Watt graduates due to the nature of the university's research-informed education.
Opportunities to transfer seamlessly between campuses in Dubai, Malaysia and Scotland through the university's 'Go Global' scheme.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    39th out of 52 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    179 79%

    12th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    78.0 78%

    43rd

    5
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.12 78%

    27th

    17

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