Marine Biology The University of the West Indies

Overview

The Marine Biology program offered by The University of the West Indies provides a foundation in the concepts, strategies and practices available to scientifically investigate, analyse and manage marine species and communities.

The BSc. programme in Marine Biology aims to:

• Introduce the different habitats associated with the marine environment.

• Identify the range of organisms associated with the different marine habitats, their biology and interactions and the abiotic factors of the environment which they affect their survival and distribution, with special emphasis on effects of the anthropogenic disturbance.

• Examine conservation measures used to mitigate against the effects of anthropogenic disturbance on marine systems.

• Provide a critical overview of the integrated management frameworks applicable to marine areas and species.

• Train students in the analysis, interpretation and presentation of their investigations.

Careers

Career opportunities in Environmental Consultation, Toxicology, Marine Biotechnology, Aquaculture, Fisheries Ecology, Environmental Impact Assessment, Coral Reef, Seagrass and Wetland Conservation, Restoration and Rehabilitation, Oceanography and Marine Management, Education and Research fields.