Degree Project in Marine Ecology
No fees are charged for EU and EEA citizens, Swedish residence permit holders and exchange students.
No fees are charged for EU and EEA citizens, Swedish residence permit holders and exchange students.
About
The course comprises one semester where the student performs and presents an independent scientific project within the topic of Biology aimed at Marine Ecology. The task could be:
• An experimental work or an analysis and evaluation of scientific data
• A critical literature review based on original articles.
The thesis project can be based on the Department of Marine Sciences, the Department of Biology and Environmental Sciences, at another department within the topic area, or externally at a company, institute or authority and is supervised by a scientifically schooled supervisor.
The finished project is presented in written form as a scientific report and through an oral presentation.
Upon agreement, the project can be prolonged to 45 or 60 points.
Prerequisites and selection
Requirements
Selection
Selection is based upon the number of credits from previous university studies, maximum 285 credits
After graduation
Facilities
The Gothenburg region offers proximity to a wide range of marine environments and our facilities include research stations and vessels.
More information about facilities
Exchange opportunities
The thesis project can also be conducted in other countries at Universities or authorities, upon agreement with a supervisor and the course coordinator.
