University of Galway

Marine and Freshwater Resources: Management (MSc)

University of Galway

Faculty:College of Science and Engineering
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Water, Wetlands, and Marine Resources Management
Course Based:Yes
Length:1 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $46,244

This cost is an approximation.



Description:

The Marine and Freshwater Resources: Management Master's program combines marine and freshwater resources management, assessing the vital land-to-sea pathway. You will gain advanced knowledge and skills to address critical 21st-century challenges like population expansion, climate change, and environmental pollution. It examines the impacts that both human and natural causes have on water quality and various contaminants and pathways. The course helps society manage water quality for future generations to come.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*77
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    Minimum Entry Requirements:

    • Proposed 2.1 honours (or equivalent) in a related subject area is the minimum academic standard, though 2.2 students (or equivalent) with relevant experience will also be considered. The Programme Board will consider non-standard applications. The appropriate discipline and required relevant experience are at the discretion of the Programme Board.
    • Academic entry requirements standardised per country are available here
    Test Scores:
    • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration)
    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Letter(s) of Reference
    • Statement of Research Interests

    Official qualifications and third level exam results (transcripts) to date: required for all non-University of Galway applicants and for University of Galway graduates who did not receive their undergraduate degrees from University of Galway. Applicants who have still to graduate must upload an interim transcript (of

    results to date) and upload final transcripts on receipt. 


    English language competency: if necessary, evidence of English language competency.


    Personal statement: all applicants must enclose/upload a typed personal statement of approximately 600 words explaining why you wish to undertake the programme(s) of your choice, outlining how it fits into your career objectives, unless indicated otherwise in the table below.


    Passport or birth certificate:—a copy of your passport or birth certificate must also be submitted/uploaded.


    References: For School of Engineering/School of Computer Science programmes only—unless specifically stated otherwise (in the table below) non-University of Galway applicants only must provide two written references. One must be an academic reference (in the case of applicants currently undertaking studies) OR an employer (in the case of applicants currently in employment).

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on August 27, 2026