Comments about MRes in Ocean Remote Sensing - At the institution - Southampton - Hampshire
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Objectives
Graduate scientists and engineers will be offered a broad knowledge of all the various techniques used in satellite and airborne remote sensing of the sea, an in-depth study of one particular methodology and a comprehensive look at a specific field of application. Key skills will be developed in satellite data processing and image analysis, and hands-on research experience will be gained through a research project. The programme will also contain an element of core ocean science education and options in advanced ocean science topics. It is intended for students seeking postgraduate training in Oceanography who wish to specialise in Earth Observation to a greater depth than is possible with the standard MSc programme, with a view to entering a career in Earth Observation.
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Entry requirements
good Honours degree (2.2 or equivalent preferred) which demonstrates the candidate's capacity to assimilate scientific knowledge, to apply critical analysis to scientific issues and which provides evidence of advanced numeracy skills and the ability to analyse scientific data. No previous specific training in ocean science or remote sensing is required.
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Academic title
MRes in Ocean Remote Sensing
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Course description
MRes in Ocean Remote Sensing Course Content
Semester 1
All students must complete a series of basic introductory modules:
-Introduction to Biological Oceanography
-Introduction to Physical Oceanography
-Introduction to Remote Sensing
-Computational Data Analysis for Geophysicists & Ocean
In addition, one optional module is selected, e.g.:
-Contemporary Topics
-Large Scale Ocean Processes
-Students sit examinations in January, covering all Semester 1 modules.
Semester 2
In the second semester all students must complete the following two modules:
-Global Ocean Monitoring
-Radar Remote Sensing of the Oceans
In addition, one additional module is selected, eg:
-Climate Dynamics
-Ecological Modelling
Literature Review and Projects
Students will also prepare a Literature Review on a topic that provides a background to the subject chosen for their Research Project carried out during the summer (May-September). Its scope will be defined in discussion with the project supervisor. Students submit a preliminary outline early in Semester 2. Halfway through the Semester students give a seminar presentation, which provides feedback from staff and students before the project is finally written.
The Research Project is selected early in the second semester and students will work closely with their supervisor in fields of active research within the Laboratory of Satellite Oceanography. There will be a mid-term review of projects held in early August when students will be expected to have mature outlines of the intended shape of their project, with clear objectives and timetabled plans for any substantive research work still to be done. Reports will be submitted mid-September for internal marking.
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