Objectives : The essential skills and knowledge that are expected to achieve with this course of study are as follows: a) Increase knowledge and general understanding of the main branches of marine sciences as biology, ecology, marine resources and oceanography, and their interactions; b) The high-quality training in a demanding research environment, supported by projects and teams of scientists at national and international level; c) The training methods and advanced R & D analysis techniques applied in the field and laboratory; d) Building the capacity to seek and interpret complex scientific information and conduct original research; as well as conceptualize, plan, implement and manage research scientific; e) Interact with multidisciplinary research teams; d) Find funding to carry out cutting-edge scientific research; g) Communicate ideas and scientific results to specialist and non-specialist audiences; h) To acquire skills in the area of entrepreneurship and self-employment.
Concerned public : students
Admission requirements : May apply to the master’s degree holders of an undergraduate degree in Natural and Environmental Sciences, Biology, Marine Biology, Marine Biology and Fisheries, Oceanography, Chemistry, Geology, Geography, Physics, Aquatic Sciences, Marine Sciences, Environmental Engineering, Biotechnological Engineering, Naval Military Sciences (Naval Academy) or equivalent degree, and holders of an academic, scientific or professional curriculum that is recognized by the Scientific Council as attesting the capacity to carry out the master’s.
Targeted careers : Consultant in companies related to maritime-tourist activities; Consultant in blue technology companies (including biotechnology), in the public or private sector.
Duration and terms : 2 years
Dedicated web site : https://uac.pt/ensino/curso.php?id=4184&l=EN&a=2021/2022&f=FCT