International Marine Biological Resources

Overview
Two year taught International MSc programme covers a wide range of subjects related to the sustainable use of marine biological resources.

This is a unique opportunity to study at a choice of nine European universities and receive one joint degree, while gaining access to Europe's top marine research institutes.

As a student on this exciting Masters programme, you will have the opportunity to:
• Be part of an international student community
• Experience the diversity of European marine ecosystems
• Choose a thematic specialization fit to your own personal interests
• Gain valuable skills through extensive practical and laboratory training
• Present your thesis at an international open symposium
• Research projects as an integral part of your study programme
• Participate in a 10-day field research project during the IMBRSea Joint School

About the International Master in Marine Biological Resources (IMBRSea)
The two-year taught MSc programme, the International Master in Marine Biological Resources (IMBRSea), is a joint Master programme organized by ten leading European universities in the field of marine sciences.

IMBRSea covers a wide range of subjects related to the sustainable use of marine biological resources.

With an emphasis on marine biological and ecological processes, the programme links biology of marine organisms and environmental studies with subjects in marine policy and planning.

The International Master in Marine Biological Resources (IMBRSea), is a joint Master programme organized by ten leading European universities in the field of marine sciences:

• Ghent University (BE)
• Sorbonne Université (FR)
• University of the Algarve (PT)
• University of Oviedo (ES)
• Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (IE)
• University of the Basque Country (ES)
• Polytechnic University of Marche (IT)
• University of Bergen (NO)
• Université de Bretagne Occidentale (FR)
• Université Côte d'Azur (FR)

It is supported by fourteen Marine Research Institutes belonging to the European Marine Biological Resource Centre (EMBRC).

Based on the objectives of the EMBRC consortium, IMBRSea covers a wide range of subjects related to the sustainable use of marine biological resources. With an emphasis on marine biological and ecological processes, the programme links biology of marine organisms and environmental studies with subjects in marine policy and planning.

Course Details
IMBRSea covers a range of subjects within marine science and marine biological resources. With an emphasis on marine biological and ecological processes, the programme links biology of marine organisms and environmental studies with subjects in marine policy and planning.

Topics are covered through Thematic Modules in Specialization Tracks to prepare the next generation of scientists who need to understand the marine ecosystem functioning and conservation of biodiversity to work in biological resources exploitation and management.

IMBRSea offers a unique combination of Courses, Annual Symposia, Professional Practices and Thesis subjects in an integrated program to learn how to develop blue biotechnologies in a sustainable way.

Year 1:
Oceanography 6 credits
Marine Ecology 6 credits
Quantitative methods in marine science 6 credits
Marine Policy and Governance 3 credits
Marine Genomics 3 credits
Marine GIS & Spatial Planning 3 credits
Stakeholder engagement 3 credits
IMBRSea Professional Practice Portfolio 12 credits

Year 2:
Animal Behaviour: Recording and Analysis 5 credits
Acoustic Monitoring as a Marine Conservation Tool 5 credits
Species Distribution Modelling 5 credits
Seabird and Marine Mammal Population Assessment Techniques 3 credits
Ecology of top predators in marine systems 5 credits
Statistical Analysis in Population Ecology 5 credits
Secondary Impacts of Harvest on Wild Populations & Ecosystems 5 credits
Life History Strategies and Trade-Offs 3 credits
Erasmus Mundus Research Thesis 30 credits

A prerequisite for admission is that applicants have a Bachelor (or Master) degree in biology, ecology, environmental sciences, oceanography, marine sciences, geography, geology, veterinary medicine or other equivalent degrees with minimum 180 credits (3 years).

Language Requirements
Knowledge of the English language is considered as a basic requirement.
All students must provide evidence of their proficiency in English through one of the following documents (not older than 2 years at the application deadline)
• A recent TOEFL Certificate: minimum score: 87 points (internet based)
• A recent IELTS Certificate: minimum score: 6.5
• A recent Certificate of a University Language Centre testifying that the student masters the necessary knowledge of English to function academically (specify CEF-level / minimum CEF-level B2)
• A recent Cambridge English certificate: Cambridge English First (FCE) - grade A or B
• A certificate proving that you have followed at least 1 year of higher education in English

More information
Further details are available at the IMBRSea website.

Postgraduate Applications

Details on how to apply for Postgraduate Courses at ATU

Applications for programmes commencing in September 2023 are NOW OPEN.

Click on "Application Weblink" below.

If you have any queries or need any assistance applying for a postgraduate course please contact our Graduate Studies and Professional Development (GSPD) team who will guide you through the process.

Email: learn.galwaymayo@atu.ie and reference the course you're interested in applying for in your message.

Are you an international student? Please contact the International Office for more information:
Tel: +353 (0)91 74 2149/2211
Email: international.galwaymayo@atu.ie

Level: 120 ECTS taught MSc, Irish NQF Level 9, European EQF Level 5

2 years full-time. On Campus.

Job Opportunities
The IMBRSea programme will prepare you for a broad range of careers from academic marine research to working within industry, governmental or non-governmental organisations.

Potential roles include:
• Fisheries biologist
• Marine consultant
• Ocean and coastal policy coordinator
• Contract scientific diver
• Marine biologist
• Oceanographer
• Marine park manager