Program Overview

University of South Florida

Department of Integrative Biology

College of Arts and Sciences

Undergraduate

Marine Biology B.S.

The Marine Biology B.S. program at the University of South Florida is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the ecology of marine environments and the nature of organisms inhabiting the oceans. The objective of the program is to augment students' foundation in basic biology with specialized knowledge and skills in marine biology, addressing contemporary issues such as coastal resilience, coastal pollution, diseases of marine organisms, and restoring damaged habitats.

• Emphasis on data collection and research methods in the field and laboratory
  • Prepares students for employment in consulting firms, environmental agencies, aquaria, and parks
  • Prepares students for graduate school

Program Details

The program is easiest completed through the Tampa and St. Petersburg campuses. Students will explore the ecology of marine environments and the nature of organisms inhabiting the oceans, with a focus on contemporary issues in marine biology. The program emphasizes data collection and research methods in the field and laboratory, readying students for employment in various fields or graduate school.

Program Objective

The objective of the proposed degree is to augment the students’ foundation in basic biology with specialized knowledge and skills in marine biology that address contemporary issues such as:

• Coastal resilience
• Coastal pollution
• Diseases of marine organisms
• Restoring damaged habitats

Employment Opportunities

Graduates of the Marine Biology B.S. program are prepared for employment in:

• Consulting firms
• Environmental agencies
• Aquaria
• Parks

Graduate School Preparation

The program also prepares students for graduate school, providing a strong foundation in marine biology and research methods.

CIP Code

The Marine Biology B.S. program has a CIP code of 26.1302.