Erasmus Mundus Action 1 Compendium 2009 - EACEA - Europa

Erasmus Mundus Masters Courses
EUMAINE
European Master of Science in Nematology
Duration: 2 years
Course description:
Nematodes are everywhere and play a variety of roles. They are among the most harmful organisms
of crops, especially in the tropics. However, several species are very promising as natural antagonists
and can be used in bio-control programmes against pest insects. Because of their ubiquitous
presence, overwhelming densities and diversity (sometimes compared to insects) the free-living
nematodes are an ideal tool for biodiversity studies as well. Moreover, they are used as bio-indicators
of pollution in both terrestrial and aquatic environments.
The European Master of Science in Nematology (EUMAINE) programme, brings together some of the
European leading universities and research institutes active in Nematology. The objective of the
EUMAINE is to give participants a thorough basis, practical skills and updated knowledge in all
aspects of plant- and insect-parasitic nematodes, as well as free-living aquatic and soil nematodes
and to ensure that the student becomes familiar with current theoretical and applied aspects of
scientific research through direct contact with renowned nematologists and nematological institutes
from different countries. It fulfils the international needs for training highly qualified nematologists with
a multidisciplinary knowledge in the diverse fields of Nematology.
Depending upon the interest and background students can choose between 2 modules: Nematology
applied to agro-ecosystems or Nematology applied to natural ecosystems. During this 2-years Master
programme students will spend the first semester, covering basic Nematology courses in English, at
Ghent University (Belgium) and from the second semester onwards they can select Specialised
Nematology and supporting courses at any of the partner universities : the University of Jaén (Spain),
the University of Ėvora (Portugal), the University of Bielefeld (Germany) or Ghent University (Belgium)
where they will be staying for at least one more semester. Some courses are taught in Spanish,
Portuguese and German.
Because of its multidisciplinary approach the programme prepares the student for a career in very
diverse environments and disciplines. The course is open for candidates having a University BSc
degree in agricultural, biological or environmental sciences with a degree equivalent to first class
honours or second class upper. An international educational committee will select the candidates up to
a maximum of 28 participants per year.
Students who successful finish the programme will be awarded the degree of European Master of
Science in Nematology and will be given a joint degree among the universities involved.
Website: www.eumaine.ugent.be
Partners:
Ghent University, Belgium (Co-ordinating institution)
University of Jaén, Spain
Bielefeld University, Germany
University of Évora, Portugal
Contact:
Maurice Moens
Ghent University
Ledeganckstraat 35
9000 Ghent, BELGIUM
maurice.moens@ugent.be
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