General Objectives of the Course

The course aims to provide students with fundamental practical skills in sampling
and analysis within coastal marine environments, fostering the integration of fieldwork and laboratory activities. Participants will acquire knowledge on safety procedures, the use of basic sampling equipment, collection and preservation of environmental samples. The course also seeks to develop the ability to interpret results obtained in real-world contexts, linking environmental data to marine ecological processes and promoting a critical approach to coastal ecosystem monitoring.

Admission Requirements

Intended for students enrolled in the 1st and 2nd years of the Bachelor's Degree in Marine Biology at the University of Coimbra.

Candidates should check the admission requirements available on this site, in addition to the information provided here.

Mode of Study

Face-to-face

Teaching / Evaluation language(s)

Portuguese

Examination Regulations, Assessment and Grading

Qualitative Evaluation in a Scale of Approved/Reproved.

Learning Objectives and Intended Skills

By the end of the course, students should be able to apply basic safety procedures in marine field activities, operate simple sampling equipment, and perform elementary procedures for the collection, preservation, and preparation of environmental samples from different ecosystem components. They should also be able to use basic laboratory techniques for sorting and observation, record, organise, and process data obtained in field and laboratory contexts, and interpret results within the framework of marine ecological processes. Furthermore, students are expected to develop collaborative skills and the ability to solve simple technical problems in practical settings.

Qualification Requirements and Regulations

Academic Regulation of the University of Coimbra