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
Core courses (15 units) — Elements of research; biological, physical and chemical oceanography; biostatistics.
Major courses (9 units) — Systematics and evolution; anatomy and physiology of marine plants and animals.
Electives (6 units) and thesis (6 units) — 36 units in total, plus five written comprehensive exams and a thesis defence.
Admission requirements
Bachelor's degree in biology, marine biology or a related field
Application through Silliman University graduate admissions
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