General information

The IES offers several short courses in the environmental sciences. Courses are offered at various levels that vary from basic to more advanced and specialised programmes of study. Long-term degree/diploma courses are not available at present.

Prospective applicants interested in enrolling for the basic courses do not require any specific qualifications. However, knowledge of the basic sciences (biology, physics and chemistry) are essential for the advanced courses. For some courses, successful completion of a related basic course may make the applicant eligible to take up an advanced course.

List of courses

General Courses (G)

Courses on Specific Topics (S)

* Course in the Maltese Language

Courses in conservation and management (Mediterranean setting) (CM)

Upcoming courses                                                        

Following the successful response to our introductory course on local terrestrial flora, fauna and habitats titled 'Wildlife and Habitats of the Maltese Islands I' and held earlier this year, the IES is holding an intermediate course titled 'Wildlife and Habitats of the Maltese Islands II'. This course will be held during the period 17 - 26 November 2008.

For further details, kindly contact us.

Other educational programmes

Ecological Tours

Eco Diving - Underwater marine tours for SCUBA divers
Marine tours for snorkelers
Coastal eco-tours
Terrestrial eco-tours

Seminars

Seminars on environmental issues
Seminars dealing with specific issues on request

Educational material

On request

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For further information on courses and educational activities we offer, kindly contact us. If you wish to be added to our mailing list so that we can keep you updated with new and upcoming courses or educational programmes, please specify in your email request.

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Upcoming courses in 2008

Following the successful response to our introductory course on local terrestrial flora, fauna and habitats held earlier this year, the IES is holding an intermediate course titled '"Wildlife and Habitats of the Maltese Islands II'.  This course will be held during the period 17 - 26 November 2008.

Courses

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The IES offers a number of short courses related to the environmental sciences. Long-term degree/diploma courses are not available at present.

Research

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The IES is committed to research on the environmental sciences, with a special focus on ecology and the natural sciences.

Past activities

Seminars for local fish farm operators and staff. 

The seminars included lectures on basic aspects of underwater marine life and habitats, fish farming and monitoring of fish farm activities.

Recent activities

Wildlife and Habitats of the Maltese Islands I

This introductory course on local flora, fauna and habitats was organised by the IES during the period 18 - 27 June 2008.

Introduction to EIA

The IES organised a two-day  course on 24 and 25 June 2008, as the first of a series of courses on environmental assessment.

EIA and SEA: past, present and future

The IES organised this two-day seminar on 8 and 9 April 2008 which was held at the Coastline Hotel.

Siġar Indiġeni Maltin

The IES organised an evening course during the period 11 - 13 February 2008.  Due to the high demand for this course, it was repeated during the period 18 - 20 February 2008.

EIA Review Training Seminar

The IES and Sherwood Sustainability & Environmental Associates (UK) organised a one day seminar titled: ‘Environmental Impact Assessment, Review Training’.  The seminar was held on 7 November 2007 at the Coastline Hotel and was repeated the following day on 8 November 2007.

Training seminar for beach workers

29 October 2007

A half day seminar which was held in Maltese, comprised one of the activities that the MTA undertook as part of the process to designate two local inlets as blue flag beaches.

Eco Diving Launch

3 August 2007

Eco Diving, a new concept for the local scene, was launched at the Coastline Hotel in the context of offering an innovative diving activity for those who wish to learn more about the Mediterranean marine environment.

Basic Marine Biology I

This course, which was held in May 2007 and repeated in September 2007, included lectures on various aspects of the marine environment, and field and laboratory sessions.

Dwejra Tower Information Panels

Information panels on the Marine Protected Area at the Dwejra Heritage Park in Gozo, were compiled, designed and sponsored by the IES for Nature Trust.

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