| Major Code: 8081 |
Degree Awarded: Master of Science |
| Age Restriction: N |
Admission Status: graduate |
| Delivery Mode/s: classroom only |
Location/s: main campus |
| Admission Materials: 3 letters of recommendation, résumé, objectives, GRE |
Program Chair
John G. Windsor Jr., Ph.D.
The master of science degree can be earned in one of five options: biological, chemical, geological or physical oceanography, or coastal zone management. The successful student is well prepared for a challenging professional career or for continuing with graduate studies.
Admission Requirements
General admission requirements and the process for applying are presented in the Academic Overview section.
Students may be admitted during any semester, but for optimal scheduling, the fall term is recommended. Students with deficiencies in their undergraduate preparation (up to 12 credit hours) may take deficiencies and courses for graduate credit concurrently. GRE General Test scores and a statement of objectives are required and should be sent to the Office of Graduate Admissions. Although not required for admission, an on-campus interview is highly recommended.
The applicant should have an undergraduate major in one of the physical or life sciences with a background that includes computer science, mathematics through calculus and at least one year each of college biology, chemistry and physics. The biological background should include invertebrate zoology.
Degree Requirements
The Master of Science in Oceanography - Biological Oceanography is conferred on students who have successfully completed a minimum of 30 credit hours (including thesis) of required and elective coursework. The nonthesis track requires a minimum of 33 credit hours and a final program examination.
