Studying - Program Study marine biology and marine microbiology in London England
Courses at the Marine Station Biological Station Millport (UMBSM) provide a rich learning experience in a spectacular environment. The Marine Station, which has Higher Education Funding Council for England recognition as the National Facility for Marine Biology Fieldwork Teaching, and receives additional support from the Scottish Funding Council, provides undergraduate and postgraduate courses in marine biology and marine microbiology for Colleges of the University of London, and for the University of Glasgow with which it has a close relationship. In addition, the Marine Station accepts visiting classes from over 30 higher education
institutions (from the UK and overseas).
Those wishing to use the Marine Station for teaching or research, or attend its courses will find guidance on the website.
The site has a rich history in marine studies dating from the late 1800s. A University of rocky and sandy shores and maritime habitats are within easy access, many within walking distance. The surrounding sea supports a rich and diverse fauna that is accessed using the Marine Station’s research vessels, boarded from its pier. The location is readily accessible by a short ferry journey from Largs, which is close to the transport hubs of Glasgow and Prestwick.
Facilities
The Station has on-site hostel and flat accommodation, classrooms provided with running seawater and serviced by experienced technical staff, a wide range of field and laboratory equipment, good computer facilities, and a well-provisioned library. Research equipment includes scanning and transmission electron microscopes.
Diving activities are supported by staff divers and a state-of-the-art hyperbaric chamber. A Specimen Supply service provides marine material for teaching, primarily to UK institutions. The Marine Station houses a small museum and public aquarium.
Two modern research vessels RV Aora (22 metres) and RV Actinia (11 metres) support teaching and research needs and are available for charter.
Courses at the Marine Station Biological Station Millport (UMBSM) provide a rich learning experience in a spectacular environment. The Marine Station, which has Higher Education Funding Council for England recognition as the National Facility for Marine Biology Fieldwork Teaching, and receives additional support from the Scottish Funding Council, provides undergraduate and postgraduate courses in marine biology and marine microbiology for Colleges of the University of London, and for the University of Glasgow with which it has a close relationship. In addition, the Marine Station accepts visiting classes from over 30 higher educationinstitutions (from the UK and overseas).
Those wishing to use the Marine Station for teaching or research, or attend its courses will find guidance on the website.
The site has a rich history in marine studies dating from the late 1800s. A University of rocky and sandy shores and maritime habitats are within easy access, many within walking distance. The surrounding sea supports a rich and diverse fauna that is accessed using the Marine Station’s research vessels, boarded from its pier. The location is readily accessible by a short ferry journey from Largs, which is close to the transport hubs of Glasgow and Prestwick.
Facilities
The Station has on-site hostel and flat accommodation, classrooms provided with running seawater and serviced by experienced technical staff, a wide range of field and laboratory equipment, good computer facilities, and a well-provisioned library. Research equipment includes scanning and transmission electron microscopes.
Diving activities are supported by staff divers and a state-of-the-art hyperbaric chamber. A Specimen Supply service provides marine material for teaching, primarily to UK institutions. The Marine Station houses a small museum and public aquarium.
Two modern research vessels RV Aora (22 metres) and RV Actinia (11 metres) support teaching and research needs and are available for charter.