Program Overview

Marine Studies Program

Overview

The Marine Studies program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the marine environment and its various components. The program covers a wide range of topics, including marine biology, ecology, chemistry, and physics.

Program Details

• The program is offered as a Bachelor of Science degree
  • With a duration of four years
  • And a total of 120 credits
• The program is divided into eight semesters
  • With a minimum of 15 credits per semester
• The program includes a combination of lectures, laboratory work, and field studies

Admission Criteria

• Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent
  • With a minimum GPA of 3.0
  • And a minimum score of 1000 on the SAT or 20 on the ACT
• Applicants must also provide letters of recommendation
  • And a personal statement outlining their interests and goals

Tuition Fees

• The tuition fee for the program is $20,000 per year
  • With an additional $1,000 per year for laboratory and field studies
• Scholarships and financial aid are available to eligible students

Research Areas

• The program offers research opportunities in a variety of areas, including
  • Marine conservation and management
  • Marine ecology and biodiversity
  • Marine chemistry and physics
  • Marine policy and law

Course Requirements

• The program requires a minimum of 40 credits of core courses
  • Including introductory courses in marine biology, ecology, and chemistry
  • And advanced courses in research methods and statistics
• The program also requires a minimum of 20 credits of elective courses
  • Including courses in marine policy, law, and management
  • And courses in specialized areas such as marine mammal science and coral reef ecology

Graduation Requirements

• Students must complete all required courses with a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Students must also complete a research project or thesis
  • Under the supervision of a faculty advisor
  • And defend their work in a final oral examination