Location
Norway
Study Format
On Campus
Course language
English
Study Fields
Biology
Degree
Master of Science (MSc)
Tuition Fee
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Location
Norway
Study Format
On Campus
Course language
English
Study Fields
Biology
Degree
Master of Science (MSc)
Tuition Fee
Request info
The specialization Marine Biology aims to educate marine biologists with a general overview and knowledge about: key processes and typical patterns in the marine ecosystem, flora and fauna characteristics to marine habitats, marine organisms - their biology and ecology, and the most common research methods within field-based, experimental and theoretical oriented research of marine ecosystems.
The independent research project (master's project) combined with specialization courses and special curricula will give a specialized and deep knowledge of selected research topics and methods. Relevant topics for research projects are: marine ecology, marine organismal biology, biogeography, invasion biology, population genetics, biosystematics and general evolutionary themes based on the study of marine organisms.
Master's students also develop general skills in defining, planning and conducting an independent research project, and to learn to document and discuss scientific results through a written dissertation.
Required Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
Explain key concepts and terminology in Biology/Marine Biology
Describe typical marine habitats and associated flora and fauna
Familiarity with oceanographic forcing of marine systems
Understand interactions between marine organisms and the environment, and adaptations of marine organisms
Understand the dynamics and structural processes in marine populations and communities
Apply marine research methods and understanding their limitations and sources of error
Apply knowledge to illuminate and / or solve management problems
Skills
Use basic methods in marine biology
Perform an independent, limited research project under supervision, but with a high degree of independence and own initiative, and in line with research ethics standards
Handle, and present quantitative data, and evaluate confidence to conclusions by use of basic statistical principles
Analyze marine biological topics and discuss ways to explore these applying relevant theory and method
Retrieve, evaluate and apply new knowledge within the field
Analyze, interpret and discuss own data in a professional and critical manner, in light of data and theories within their subject
General knowledge
Be able to follow scientific discurse in general and evaluate approaches and techniques for solving problems
Give good written and oral presentations of scientific topics and research results
Be able to communicate professional topics and findings in marine biology, both to specialists and the general public
Be able to reflect on key ethical and scientific issues in their own and others' work
Show understanding and respect for scientific values such as remaining accurate, open, honest, objective, factual and distinguish between knowledge and opinions
Admission Requirements
In order to apply for the Master Programme in Biology, you need a bachelor degree in biology or related field. You must hold a minimum of:
80 ECTS in biology, which must cover the following fields: zoology, botany, microbiology, cell biology, genetics, molecular biology, physiology, evolution and ecology
20 ECTS in chemistry, whereof 10 ECTS must include lab work
10 ECTS in statistics
10 ECTS in mathematics (excluded in GPA calculation)
Bachelor degrees from UiB that qualify:
Bachelor degree in Biology
Bachelor's degree in Sustainable Aquaculture
Bachelor's degree in Environment and Resources (Natural Sciences specialisation, Biology track)
The University of Bergen offers quality tuition-free education to all students, regardless of citizenship from around the world. While Norway’s high quality of life goes hand-in-hand with a higher cost of living, the cost of living in Bergen is compensated for by benefits such as free education, quality health care, and ready access to the natural environment.
The University of Bergen is situated in Norway's second largest city. Our students love the fact that they can enjoy a bit of city life with plenty of cultural events and simultaneously make use of Bergen's unique opportunities for outdoor adventures.
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