Program Overview

Program Overview

The Marine Science Minor, Marine Science program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the marine science field.

Program Details

Description

The Marine Science Minor, Marine Science program focuses on the study of the world's oceans and the impact of human activities on marine ecosystems.

Requirements

• Coursework in marine science, including classes in oceanography, marine biology, and marine conservation
  • Core courses:
    • Introduction to Marine Science
    • Marine Ecology
    • Oceanography
  • Elective courses:
    • Marine Conservation
    • Marine Policy
    • Research Methods in Marine Science

Admission Criteria

• Completion of prerequisite courses in biology, chemistry, and mathematics
• Minimum GPA requirement
• Letter of recommendation from a faculty member

Tuition Fees

• The tuition fees for the program vary depending on the student's residency status and the number of credits taken per semester.

Research Areas

• Marine ecology and conservation
• Oceanography and marine geology
• Marine policy and management
  • Subareas:
    • Marine protected areas
    • Fisheries management
    • Coastal zone management