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MSc - Master of Science
Dumfries Campus
Full Time
SEP
12 Months
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MSc - Master of Science
Dumfries Campus
Full Time
SEP
12 Months
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Focused on community interaction and practical experience, our programme offers a global perspective to the challenges facing coastal environments. By integrating community perspectives with social and natural sciences, and exploring the economic impacts of various activities, this programme will support the development of practical solutions within a whole systems approach. Why this programmeThis programme explores marine and coastal challenges using an integrated, whole-systems approach that addresses social, environmental, and economic factors.You will learn to adapt to evolving global challenges through a programme that prepares you for long-term success, with the skills to anticipate and react to future challenges in marine and coastal planning and sustainability.Working with local authorities, communities, and leading industry professionals, you will gain real-world experience in marine coastal planning and management.You will be taught at the School of Social & Environmental Sustainability, Dumfries Campus, an ideal location that gives you access to a range of coastal and marine
Normally an upper second-class Honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. Professional experience may be taken into account. Applicants with a lower second-class Honours degree in a relevant subject will be considered on a case by case basis.Relevant degree subjects are:all biology degrees with a substantial molecular biology or genetics component.other biology degrees with at least some molecular biology.computing science, software engineering or IT.mathematics or statistics (with evidence of experience in computer programming).other physical sciences subjects with either evidence of experience in computer programming or evidence of a strong background in molecular biology.For all other degree backgrounds, please consult the programme director for advice before applying.You do not need to have previous experience in computer programming, but you should be numerate as part of the programme is spent learning programming and many of the courses involve statistical analysis. We may admit you if your background is outside molecular biology and we are confident that you can develop your understanding of the biology background in a timely manner.If you have a degree in a molecular bioscience and want to specialise or enhance your skills in biological computing, this programme is designed for you.If your background is in a non-molecular life science or in another discipline such as computing science, please apply anyway, or enquire (see the contact listed above), as we do often take students with other backgrounds
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£938 month
Students from Domestic
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£2,110 month
Students from EU
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£2,110 month
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