Ecology & Environmental Biology [MRes]
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I have really enjoyed it to the fullest. Being a part of such university made me learn vital new skills and information which I can use widely.
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Those were the best years of my life. I had enjoyed my life to the fullest and learned a lot there. It shaped me into a better person. I would definitely recommend it to anyone
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Staff was good, facilities were awesome and I felt satisfied with the courses. Glasgow is a perfect place to study and explore. I had a nice time. Thanks for the experience.
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Postgraduate
In Glasgow
Description
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Type
Postgraduate
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Location
Glasgow (Scotland)
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Start date
Different dates available
This Ecology and Evnvironmental Biology degree programme draws on the research expertise of a large number of University staff and allows you the chance to obtain experience in a wide range of modern research techniques. There is considerable expertise in this area of biology available at Glasgow, especially in ornithology, fish biology, aquatic ecosystems, and theoretical, physiological, molecular and evolutionary ecology. Excellent research and teaching facilities are available at the Scottish Centre for Ecology and the Natural Environment (SCENE) and Cochno Farm and Research Centre You will be encouraged to tailor the MSc Ecology and Environmental Biology programme to your own specific requirements and interests, within the limitations of the courses and projects offered.
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Reviews
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I have really enjoyed it to the fullest. Being a part of such university made me learn vital new skills and information which I can use widely.
← | →
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Those were the best years of my life. I had enjoyed my life to the fullest and learned a lot there. It shaped me into a better person. I would definitely recommend it to anyone
← | →
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Staff was good, facilities were awesome and I felt satisfied with the courses. Glasgow is a perfect place to study and explore. I had a nice time. Thanks for the experience.
← | →
Course rating
Recommended
Centre rating
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Subjects
- IT
- Ecology
- Biology
Course programme
The programme consists of a taught component, and two research projects in individual laboratories and/or field based.
The taught component consists of core research skills and specialist option in analytical and sampling techniques.
The main part of the degree, however, is devoted to experience of research techniques. You will carry out two 20-week research projects with individual placements chosen to reflect your interests and the skills you wish to acquire. After each project, you will write a scientific report.
Additional information
Core Courses
Key Research Skills
The aims of this course are to ensure that all students receive advanced and evidence-based training in the key skills essential for any modern ecology/evolution-based research career and for the courses that they will take later in the programme. This includes principles of Scientific Writing and Effective Communication in English, Introduction to the Programming Environment R, Advanced Statistics, and Experimental Design and Power Analysis.
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Ecology & Environmental Biology [MRes]
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