Marine biology where community-based marine protected areas were pioneered: Silliman's Institute of Environmental and Marine Sciences grew out of the university's 1974 Marine Laboratory in Dumaguete, and the surrounding Negros Oriental reefs — including Apo Island's famous sanctuary — are the teaching sites.
Key facts
Duration
24 months (2 years)
Language
English
Format
Full-time
Curriculum modules
Marine biology core — Marine organisms, behaviour and ecosystem interactions.
Field research — Hands-on work on Negros Oriental's reefs.
Thesis — Independent research project.
Admission requirements
Bachelor's degree in biology, marine biology or a related field
Application through Silliman University graduate admissions
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