Research Projects
This module offers our students the opportunity to work closely with a member of staff and carry out an independent research study. It includes:
- selecting the area of study;
- planning and carrying out a programme of experimental work;
- analysing collected data;
- and finally writing up the project.
Marine Biology research projects begin in October and students integrate their project with teaching commitments during both semesters.
Many students relish the involvement and the opportunity to engage in real research projects with their supervisors. The range of projects offered is wide and ranges from field-based studies to experimental projects in the lab. Others prefer mathematical modelling or the examination of material previously collected from studies overseas.
Previous examples of Marine Biology research projects:
- The response of Crangon crangon to trawling gear.
- A survey of St Mary's Island - a Voluntary Marine Nature Reserve.
- A study of sand eels: implications for fishing, seals and seabirds.
- Fish as biological indicators of water quality in the Tyne.
- Food webs and coral reef fish - a modelling study.
- Diatoms repel ciliate predators.
- Feeding in anemones from local shores.