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ISATEC is an international postgraduate MSc study programme on tropical aquatic ecology at the University of Bremen in collaboration with the associated Center for Tropical Marine Ecology (ZMT). It aims at the joint education and specialisation of German and foreign postgraduate students in the field of tropical aquatic ecology. Students gain broad knowledge in theoretical and applied ecology, with emphasis on concepts and methodologies for the sustainable utilisation and conservation of tropical aquatic ecosystems. Thus, general ecology as well as fisheries biology, aquaculture sciences, ecological economics and social sciences relevant to coastal planning and management are crucial parts of the study programme.
To meet the world-wide challenges of effectively assessing and managing resource use conflicts in coastal environments, highly qualified personnel is urgently needed. The Master of Science course in Tropical Aquatic Ecology has been developed at the University of Bremen and the Center of Tropical Marine Ecology in order to meet these challenges by providing young scientists with the necessary knowledge and skills.
To meet the world-wide challenges of effectively assessing and managing resource use conflicts in coastal environments, highly qualified personnel is urgently needed. The Master of Science course in Tropical Aquatic Ecology has been developed at the University of Bremen and the Center of Tropical Marine Ecology in order to meet these challenges by providing young scientists with the necessary knowledge and skills.
Educational organisation
The programme comprises two years and includes a thesis. The first two semesters consist of teaching modules composed of several one week courses. The language of instruction is English. Each module will be tested by an examination during the semester. In addition, a graded oral presentation and an essay have to be submitted by the students during the first year. During the third semester, students are required to study at one of the tropical partner institutions/universities of ZMT/Bremen University on topics related to problems of management of aquatic resources and environments, sampling strategies and field excursions, and will collect data for their Master's thesis.Study abroad unit(s)
During the third semester, students are required to study at one of the tropical partner institutions/universities of ZMT/Bremen University.Forms of assessment
Exams are taken during the course and are as follows:- written tests in the modules of the first and second semester
- an oral presentation during the first semester
- a scientific essay during the second semester
- a written Master's thesis during the fourth semester
- presentation and oral defence of the Master's thesis
Course objectives
Participants in the ISATEC MSc course become experts in the field of tropical aquatic ecology and its application in the conflicting areas of utilisation and conservation of aquatic ecosystems in the tropics. They are equipped to join or lead multidisciplinary teams, to work in the investigation and management of tropical coastal zones or freshwater systems as well as to continue university studies (PhD) in the areas of aquatic ecology or integrated coastal zone management. Employment may be found in national and international organisations involved in research and nature projects, in governmental institutions dedicated to coastal systems and resource management, in consulting agencies involved in environmental approval work, in universities and organisations dedicated to developmental aid (GTZ, DAAD, DED, CIM).Language requirements
Fluency in English is required according to level C1 of the European reference scheme for language skills and must be verified by a TOEFL test (iBT 90), IELTS (6.5) or equivalent documents.If the last academic degree was obtained at a school or university where the primary language of instruction was English, language skills are accepted as sufficient.
Academic requirements
Students wishing to participate in the ISATEC programme must have completed their undergraduate studies and hold a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in biological or environmental sciences with excellent results. Applications may already be submitted before the previous study degree (i.e. usually BSc) has been finished, when at least 135 ECTS have been fulfilled. In those cases, admission can be granted on the condition that the previous degree will be successfully finished by 30 September.Furthermore, they are expected to state their motives for participation in a letter of motivation to be submitted with the application. Fluency in English according to level C1 is required and must be demonstrated for instance by a TOEFL or IELTS test.
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- ✔️ Flexible study schedule
- ✔️ Experienced teachers
- ✔️ Certificate upon completion
📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.
Enrolment fees
Approx. 300 EUR per semesterFee includes a semester ticket covering public transport in Bremen and parts of Lower-Saxony.
Costs of living
600 EUR to 700 EUR per month to cover personal expenses.Job opportunities
Due to the intensive courses and the tight programme structure, there is hardly any possibility to work while studying.Funding opportunities within the university
Limited access to the Deutschlandstipendium (depends on performance and social involvement, cannot be awarded at start of studies)http://www.uni-bremen.de/en/deutschlandstipendiat.html
Arrival support
Arriving students are in contact with the ISATEC coordinator and the student tutor prior to their arrival in Bremen and receive directions to the coordination office.A tutoring programme ("kompass") offered by the International Office (htp://www.uni-bremen.de/en/international.html) provides additional support.
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