Physical Oceanography

Master

In Bergen (Norway)

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Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Location

    Bergen (Norway)

  • Duration

    2 Years

  • Start date

    Different dates available

The Master's programme in Meteorology and Oceanography with study specialization in Physical Oceanography gives the student a thorough understanding of the physics and especially the dynamics of the ocean; e.g. the tides, upwelling, mixing processes, and interactions with the atmosphere and the biosphere.

The Master's Programme in Meteorology and Oceanography with study specialization in Physical Oceanography provides a broad foundation and a good understanding of current issues in the field. The programme covers topics from local (fjord, coastal and shelf circulation) to global scale. The study also covers the use of statistical and numerical methods, oceanographic observations, and theoretical analysis

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Location

Start date

Bergen (Norway)
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About this course

Learning Outcomes
On completion of the programme the candidate will have the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:

Knowledge

The candidate

- knows the main features of physical oceanography and related subjects such as climate and meteorology, and has a thorough knowledge of a specialized subject in physical oceanography

- knows the most common instruments used in oceanographic field surveys, their limitations and how to carry out related data analysis

- knows how to apply statistical time-space methods used in analyses of geophysical data

- knows how to analyse and interpret geophysical problems and interaction between the various components in the climate system

- knows how oceanography connects to relevant areas of mathematics, physics, computer science, geosciences, chemistry and meteorology.

Skills

The candidate

- can use modern field instrumentation

- can collect and analyse large data sets and discuss limitations

- can use programming tools to process, analyse and visualize data

- can apply developed skills in mathematics and statistics on oceanographic problems

- can do numerical calculations using knowledge from hydrodynamics, classical mechanics, and thermodynamics.

- is able to plan and conduct an ocean research project with guidance from an academic supervisor, but with a large degree of independence and in accordance with good scientific practices

- can interpret and discuss his/her own results in a scientifically sound and critical way and in light of data and theories in the field

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Subjects

  • Supervisor
  • Meteorology
  • Oceanography
  • Programme
  • Programme Planning
  • Project
  • Project Design
  • Project planning
  • Project Finance
  • Research
  • Research communicator
  • Research Planning

Course programme

Programme structure

A master's programme in meteorology and oceaongraphy consists of an individual research project (master's thesis) of 60 ECTS credits, and courses or special topics of 60 ECTS credits. Some of the courses are compulsory within the specialisations. You will choose the other courses in agreement with the academic supervisor.

Master's Programme in Meteorology and Oceanography (requirement 120 SP)

Spesialization

When applying for admission to the Master's program, you apply directly to a programme

Physical Oceanography (requirement 60 SP)

Compulsory subject (requirement 35 SP)

Mandatory course
  • Turbulence in the Atmospheric and Ocean Boundary Layer
  • Physical Oceanography in Fjords
  • Advanced Ocean Dynamics
  • Tidal dynamics and sea level variations
Optional subjects (requirement 25 SP)

You should choose subjects in consultation with your academic supervisor.

Elective course
  • Numerical Modelling
  • An Introduction to Master's Studies
  • Microwave Satellite Remote Sensing
  • Polar Oceanography
  • Wind Generated Surface Waves
  • Satellite Remote Sensing in Meteorology and Oceanography
  • Seminar on "Earth system science for sustainability studies"
  • Major Issues in Research and Society: Climate: What Do We Know? What Should We Do?
Marine biogeochemistry (requirement 60 SP)

Compulsory subject (requirement 25 SP)

Mandatory course
  • Turbulence in the Atmospheric and Ocean Boundary Layer
  • Advanced Chemical Oceanography
  • Seminar on "Earth system science for sustainability studies"
Optional subject (requirement 35 SP)

You should choose subjects in consultation with your academic supervisor.

Elective course
  • Numerical Modelling
  • Physical Oceanography in Fjords
  • Polar Oceanography
  • Palaeoceanography
  • Major Issues in Research and Society: Climate: What Do We Know? What Should We Do?
Master thesis in Geophysics (requirement 60 SP)

Mandatory course
  • Master's Thesis in Meteorology and Oceanography

Physical Oceanography

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