ABOUT THE COURSE

The graduated professional in Biological Sciences - Marine Biology is necessary in many sectors, public and private. Among them, environmental and animal preservation institutions, prefectures, environmental departments, ecological tourism, schools, water parks and forestry, as well as port and construction companies, among many that need to expand their facilities without damage to the ecology, in accordance with the strict legislation in force.

In addition, the Course of Biological Sciences - Marine Biology of UNISANTA is one of the most respected in the preparation of this professional, in addition to being known as the one that has formed the most biologists in the Country, according to the website http://cienciasdomarbrasil.com.br

Studies of alumni are disseminated prominently in the scientific circles. One of the last cases was the discovery of a genus and two species of seaweed in the Laje of Santos. In 2014, international researchers confirmed this finding, according to the Pesquisa Fapesp Magazine of the Research Support Foundation of the São Paulo State (FAPESP).

In the job market there are also examples, such as Andreas Kiekebusch, 44, a former student of Biological Sciences at UNISANTA. Formed in 2002, Andreas Kiekebusch is General Manager of Environment at Transnordestina Logística S.A. Company.

Many professors of the course also teach in the Masters course of Ecology of the University, sought by students of several Brazilian states. The professor’s researches, in which the participation of students has been expressive, are not limited to the sea. The laboratory that studies continental and coastal fish is highly sought after for partnerships by renowned public and private research institutions.

Undergraduate students can also take internships in the Scientific Herbarium, the Zoological Collection and the Ecotoxicology Laboratory of UNISANTA, recognized for the quality of their research.

RECOGNITION

Decree Nº 79.871, published on 28/06/77
Renewed by Ordinance No. 923/18, published 28/12/18

AUTHORIZATION

Decree No. 75.531, published on 25/03/75

CONCEPT OF THE MINISTRY OF EDUCATION

Very good

OTHER INFORMATION

The Scientific Herbarium, the only one in the region to gain international recognition from the scientific community of the New York Botanical Garden, received another recognition in 2015 with registration on the website Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - Global Biodiversity Information System.

The Zoological Collection, which includes the Regional Scientific Collection of Fish of Baixada Santista, is part of the Brazilian Information System on Biodiversity of Pisces.

For over two decades, the Ecotoxicology Laboratory has carried out important ecological and environmental studies. It is part of INMETRO's Brazilian Network of Laboratories and is accredited by ISO Standard 17.025, which certifies the excellence of laboratories. Provides consulting in the environmental area of Baixada Santista for public and private agencies.

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The Biology course that most form professionals in the area has prestige in the Labor Market

COURSE FIELD

Schools; Environmental preservation institutions; Laboratories; Ecological parks; Environmental departments of companies of different segments, such as the port sector and civil construction; Judicial expertise; ecological tourism of hotels and similar operators. In three years, the Course graduates licentiate professionals; in four years, the approved receive a bachelor's degree.

DIRECTOR

Prof. Dr. Fábio Giordano

COORDINATOR

Jorge Luis dos Santos

BENEFITS

CURRICULUM