Overview

The Marine Biology course at University College Cork includes modules in fisheries and aquaculture, genetics, marine ecology and conservation, marine mammals, and ecological aspects of Geographical Information Systems (GIS). In addition, the course has a significant fieldwork component including ship work as well as survey and sampling techniques training.

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As well as a number of professionally certified courses that will be provided throughout the course, students will also gain a variety of technical skills associated with research and computer skills (GIS in particular). Many transferable skills are also fostered through different learning approaches, including critical thinking, problem-solving, report writing, oral presentations, statistical analysis, independent research, and time management.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Marine Megafauna

Marine Fisheries and Aquaculture

Marine Fieldwork and Survey Techniques

Practical Marine Workplace Skills

Marine Ecology and Conservation

Ecological Applications of Geographical Information Systems

Genetics and the Marine Environment

Marine Biology Research Project

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International

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Rolling deadline. Open until all places have been filled or no later than 15 June. Early application is advised.

Language

English

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100

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PTE Academic

72

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OTE

140

IELTS

7

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cork, Ireland

Disciplines

Biology Marine Science View 21 other Masters in Biology in Ireland

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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130

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100

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72

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140

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7

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General requirements

A candidate for the MSc in Marine Biology must have obtained at least a Second Class Honours Grade II in a primary honours degree (NFQ Level 8) in any Biological Science or relevant equivalent area.

In addition, under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), NFQ Level 8 graduates with relevant professional qualifications or relevant experience but not the relevant degree classification may also apply for entry and each case will be judged on a case-by-case basis as to their suitability for the programme, subject to the approval of the College of Science, Engineering and Food Science.

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Tuition Fees

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27000 EUR / year

≈ 27000 EUR / year
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EU/EEA Nationals

8000 EUR / year

≈ 8000 EUR / year

Living costs

Cork

Ireland

860 - 1400 EUR / month

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Funding

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