Marine Biology
College or University: Occidental College
Type of degree: B.S.
Brief overview of program: Marine Biology is an area of concentration within the Biology major at Occidental College. The foundation of the marine biology emphasis is coursework spanning the breath of the major from biochemistry and molecular biology to ecology and evolution. Students must complete 10 courses in the Biology department to satisfy the requirement for the major. Students considering graduate programs also need a year of inorganic and organic chemistry, physics, and calculus/biostatistics. Courses should be selected in consultation with their academic advisors. In addition, marine biology students are exposed to:
research with faculty
work experience on oceanographic vessels
involvement with the Vantuna Research Group (VRG)
scuba diving (when certified)
seminars by visiting scientists
Our marine biology students are well prepared for future careers in teaching and research. They have pursued advanced degrees at graduate schools such as Woods Hole, Scripps, University of Hawaii, University of Washington and Sydney University. Some of those graduates have accepted teaching positions. Others are working with companies that focus on environmental monitoring.
Website: Click here for program website
Program Point of Contact: Dr. Gary Martin
Email: gmartin@oxy.edu
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