MSc Sustainable Integrated Coastal Zone Management

University of Glasgow

Normally an upper second-class Honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. Professional experience may be taken into account. Applicants with a lower second-class Honours degree in a relevant subject will be considered on a case by case basis.Relevant degree subjects are:all biology degrees with a substantial molecular biology or genetics component.other biology degrees with at least some molecular biology.computing science, software engineering or IT.mathematics or statistics (with evidence of experience in computer programming).other physical sciences subjects with either evidence of experience in computer programming or evidence of a strong background in molecular biology.For all other degree backgrounds, please consult the programme director for advice before applying.You do not need to have previous experience in computer programming, but you should be numerate as part of the programme is spent learning programming and many of the courses involve statistical analysis. We may admit you if your background is outside molecular biology and we are confident that you can develop your understanding of the biology background in a timely manner.If you have a degree in a molecular bioscience and want to specialise or enhance your skills in biological computing, this programme is designed for you.If your background is in a non-molecular life science or in another discipline such as computing science, please apply anyway, or enquire (see the contact listed above), as we do often take students with other backgrounds