Bachelor in Marine Science - Pathway to M.S. (Dual Admission)
Nova Southeastern University Undergraduate Programs
Key Information
Campus location
Fort Lauderdale, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
6 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 33,510
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Introduction
A Program for Future Marine Biologists
Nova Southeastern University’s Marine Science Dual Admission program will save your place in our top-ranked master’s program while you complete your bachelor’s degree. With this unique opportunity, you can take advantage of the Guy Harvey Oceanographic Research Center, one of the largest facilities in the United States dedicated to research and the conservation of marine life.
NSU’s interdisciplinary master’s in Marine Sciences is a great way to get your feet wet and discover a career that’s both fulfilling and important locally and worldwide. Our wide-ranging programs will let you specialize in your interests and conduct original research alongside expert faculty.
Spend your time in the classroom learning theory and in the lab working on your research. Then go apply it in the field—whether that be the mangroves, coral reefs, tropical freshwater, or deep-water. All the ecosystems are right on our doorstep at NSU.
Program overview
A dual admission program in marine science is available for freshman and transfer students. Students will complete the bachelor's degree and a non-thesis Master of Science in Marine Science in a six-year period (4+2). A master's degree that includes a research thesis may take longer to complete.
Students in this program are reserved placement at the Halmos College of Arts and Sciences once required standards have been met. Students will complete a minimum of 120 credits in any undergraduate major. After 45 credits of graduate work, each student will earn a master’s degree in marine biology. In addition, outstanding students will have the opportunity to conduct independent research either at the Oceanographic Center or at field locations throughout Florida.
While not required for the Dual Admission program, the undergraduate marine biology major is a rigorous science major designed to prepare students for graduate study in ocean science or marine biology. The curriculum consists of courses in physical and life sciences and is taught by research faculty at Halmos College. This will fully prepare the undergraduate for the graduate curriculum, supplementing and enhancing the experience.
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What Can You Do with a Marine Science Master’s Degree?
The M.S. in Marine Science provides you with an interdisciplinary approach to studying the earth’s oceans. With plenty of research and fieldwork built into the curriculum, you’ll complete the program prepared for a wide range of careers that can make a positive impact on our oceans.
You can also specialize in your degree with a concentration, including a Master’s in Marine Biology, Coastal Zone Management, or Marine Environmental Science. No matter which path you choose, your program will culminate in a capstone project or thesis that lets you use what you’ve learned to create a comprehensive, C.V. or resume-boosting project.
Related Careers
- Marine biologist
- Research analyst
- Environmental consultant
- Lobbyist
- Aquarium specialist
Competencies
- Scientific understanding of complex marine ecosystems.
- Ability to develop and execute research and fieldwork plans.
- Proficiency in writing grant proposals, journal articles, research abstracts, etc.
Career Potential
- 5% Growth Job Outlook 2018–2028
- $63,270 Median Pay 2019
- 19,300 Number of Jobs as of 2018
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics