Course info

This module will focus on developing skills in ocean sampling and marine conservation and will be based at a marine research institute, Archipleagos IMC, Samos, Greece. You will gain skills in ocean sampling, field and laboratory techniques, project design, data acquisition, analysis and dissemination. We will focus on specific employer led oceanographic and marine conservation skills through research projects focussed on four main topics: oceanographic sampling, micro plastics, sea grass mapping and fisheries surveys. We will use state of the art equipment and technology and Arc View GIS-based interpretation of biodiversity data to enhance your marine biology research and technical skills.

Learning Outcomes:
To pass this module, students will need to be able to:
1. understand the theory and practice of key techniques used in oceanographic research;
2. demonstrate competence in data presentation, analysis and interpretation, numeracy, information retrieval and written communication;
3. work effectively as part of a team to produce, analyse and present experimental data.

Employability and transferable skills:
Navigation by sea kayak for marine survey work
Side scan sonar surveys from a research vessel
Underwater video techniques a from research vessel
Boat based Marine mammal surveys
Microplastic analysis of fish, inverts, water and sediment
Socioeconomic interview techniques
Operation of a marine ROV (remotely operated vehicle)
Drone operation for marine surveys
ArcGIS – spatial analysis of data and amp production
Reef master software for analysis of seabed habitats