FACULTY

Faculty
Faculty Members
Dr. Salomão Bandeira
Dr. Laura Barraza
Dr. Rene Bobe
Dr. Luís Comissário
Dr. Adrian Garside
Dr. Teresa Gamito
João Paulo Fernando Macuio, MSc
Dr. Cristina Máguas
Dr. Tara Massad
Dr. Ara Monadjem
Dr. Piotr Naskrecki
Bibiana Américo Fernando Nassongole, MSc
Dr. Anders Nielsen
Dr. Jorge Palmeirim
Dr. Octavio Paulo
Dr. Rui Rebelo
Dr. Ana Ribeiro
Dr. Natasha Ribeiro
Dr. Mark-Oliver Rödel
Dr. Carlos Serra
Course taught: Culture and Economics of Natural Resource Management
Institution: Eduardo Mondlane University
Research: environmental activism, environmental law
Dr. Maria Jose Silva
Dr. Marina Temudo
Dr. Luis Cristóvão
Scientific Council member
Dr. Sonia Maciel
Scientific Council member
Dr. Alda Massinga
Scientific Council guest member
Dr. Rafael Massinga
Institution: Instituto Superior Politécnico de Manica
Scientific Council member
Dr. Sarrok Talhada
Scientific Council member

Academics
We aim to become an internationally recognized M.Sc. program dedicated to training competent and capable biologists and conservation leaders in Mozambique. Our students acquire comprehensive knowledge of conservation science, which allows them to become successful researchers and managers of the country’s biological resources. Learn More.

Admissions
Admissions are open for the 2022-2024 group of Master’s students! Please carefully read the announcement here and complete all the required steps, including this application form. Applications are due by 19 November 2021. Learn more.

Faculty
The Gorongosa Master’s in Conservation Biology faculty consists of a talented, knowledgeable team of professors who generously donate their time to teach intensive courses in the master’s curriculum. Faculty members also act as thesis advisors to students and help them in the design and development of their research. We are very grateful for our amazingly dedicated faculty from around the world! Learn More

Information for Faculty
Our incredible guest faculty make the Gorongosa Master’s in Conservation Biology Program possible. We are extremely grateful for your time and dedication to promoting conservation through education. Learn More.

Our Consortium Partners
The Gorongosa Master’s in Conservation Biology Program is made possible through partnerships with three Mozambican institutions, the Universidade Lúrio, Universidade Zambeze, and the Instituto Superior Politécnico de Manica, in partnership with the Universidade de Lisboa. Our consortium partners help ensure our academic excellence and provide the institutional and administrative support necessary to run a master’s program housed in a national park. Learn more.

Student Life
Students in the Gorongosa Master’s in Conservation Biology Program have the rare privilege of calling Gorongosa National Park their home for two years. Learn more.
Student Research
Our students conduct their thesis research on an impressive variety of topics in Gorongosa National Park and its buffer zone. See here for a list of current research projects.
Mission
Vision
To become recognized nationally and internationally as a master’s program that prepares professionals capable of contributing to conservation through biodiversity research and effective management.
Mission
To provide master’s students the highest quality education possible in conservation biology in Mozambique. Students will graduate with ample scientific knowledge and will be capable of conducting research and working in conservation management. Graduates will be critical thinkers, have high ethical standards, and a strong sense of compassion. These qualities will guide them in their work in conservation and sustainable development.