Algal Biotechnology
The Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS)Program Overview
The Algal Biotechnology at The Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS) is a Master programme in Humanities, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Algal Biotechnology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 15,400 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,450 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Oban, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Algal Biotechnology programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Develop future biofuels (oil, biomass, alcohol, methane)
- Future functional foods
- Pigments and antioxidants
- Pollution control and bioremediation
- Bioactives
- Aquaculture
- High value materials
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Application requirements
Typical entry requirements will be based on possession of a BSc (Hons) in a relevant biological or life science subject (and depending on the candidates related course work, may include degrees in chemistry and engineering) at 2:2 or above. Third or ordinary degree will be considered with relevant experience and based on interview. Candidates with appropriate Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) will be considered for entry and accepted based on a face to face interview (or via Skype interview for non-UK candidates).
Applicants whose first language is not English must have attained a satisfactory standard on an approved test in English (e.g. a minimum IELTS score of 6.5) or be able to demonstrate that they have adequate command of both written and spoken English to follow the programme before an offer of admission will be made.
Eligibility
Open to both UK and International students.
To apply for the Algal Biotechnology Masters, please download and complete this application form and return it by email to Masters@SAMS.ac.uk. For further information, please email or call +44 (0)1631 559427.
The course will begin in September 2015
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 15,400 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,450 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 15,400 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,450 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS) directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About The Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS)
The Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS)
Oban, United Kingdom
The Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS) is the UK's oldest ocean research and education charity (established 1884) based near Oban, Argyll, on the European Marine Science Park. It is a...
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