Applied Marine Conservation - Galway

Teaching is undertaken by research-active staff working in the field of applied marine conservation with particular interest in fisheries, marine mammals and seabirds. Participants complete a major research thesis, in collaboration with a supervisor from ATU Galway and a supervisor from an external organisation.

Who should apply?
This programme is suitable for those seeking a career in applied marine conservation or employment in ecological consultancies, Non-Governmental Organisations and charities, research institutes/agencies or self-employment.

Modules
Data Analysis Using R and
RStudio
Applied Geographic Information
Systems
Seabird and Marine Mammal
Population Assessment
Techniques
Life History Strategies and
Trade-offs
Secondary Impacts of Harvest
on Wild Populations and
Ecosystems
Ecology of Top Predators in
Marine Systems
Research Thesis

The minimum requirement is a 2.2 in a cognate Honours Degree, e.g. Zoology, Ecology, Marine Biology, Wildlife Management, Conservation Biology

1 year full-time. On campus.

On-Campus Attendance
This is a full-time on-campus taught Masters programme.