Ecology & Environmental Biology [MRes]

4.3
4 reviews
  • 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

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Description

  • Type

    Postgraduate

  • Location

    Glasgow (Scotland)

  • 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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Glasgow (Glasgow City)
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University Avenue, G12 8QQ

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4.3
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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.
    |
  • 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
    |
  • 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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4.4
fantastic

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Jonathan

3.5
26/05/2019
About the course: 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.
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Emeil

5.0
25/05/2019
About the course: 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
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Ting

4.5
24/05/2019
About the course: 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.
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Kate

4.0
22/05/2019
About the course: It was so welcoming and offered me a chance to join so many things. The support is great even if the work is hard. Highly recommend
Would you recommend this course?: Yes
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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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