MSc Marine Systems and Policies
Understand Earth’s diverse marine ecosystems, the tensions between ocean conservation and marine development, and the policies in place to protect our coastlines and the global ocean.
About the programme
Unique in Europe, this interdisciplinary approach to understanding marine ecosystems, their exploitation and sustainable development also includes our popular field course to tropical marine ecosystems to apply your skills in science, policy and practice.
Degree structure, teaching & assessment
Information on our two semesters of taught courses, integrated field trips and your dissertation style research project as well as part-time study options.
Field work
Information about our international and local field trips.
Marine Partnerships, Networks and Employability
Find out more about the exciting career paths open to graduates in marine studies as well as details of our extensive, collaborative network of contacts operating within the marine environment.
Teaching staff
The MSc in Marine Systems and Policies draws upon the expertise of teaching staff from across the university, as well as external guest lecturers and dissertation supervisors from other universities, government, NGOs and the private sector.
Programme costs & funding options
Find out details of programme costs and scholarship or funding options.
Video, blog & social media
Video testimonials from the Programme Director and students.
Contact us
Please feel free to get in touch if you have any queries.
Apply now and Entry requirements
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Please note that field trip locations may change based on availability or for reasons outwith our control including those of a political nature.
We strongly recommend that all applications for study by submitted no later than 15 June 2018. Late applications from Home / EU students may be considered, and from International students in exceptional circumstances. Please e-mail s.hennige@ed.ac.uk to enquire.