Marine Science
College or University: University of North Carolina Wilmington
Type of degree: M.S.
Brief overview of program: The UNCW Master of Science in marine science program is an interdisciplinary program in which students take courses in several core areas and conduct research in an aspect of marine science. Students write and present a research based thesis. A marine policy concentration is available. UNCW also offers a Bachelor of Science, Master of Science and Ph.D. in marine biology, and Master of Science programs with marine research in chemistry and geology. Cape Fear Community College, also located in Wilmington, offers two year programs in marine technology.
Website: Click here for program website
Tuition (2007):In State: $4700, Out of State: $14,565
Number of students enrolled in 2007: 40
For the students that enter the workforce, what are the most common occupations that they pursue with this degree or certificate? environmental and analytical consulting; federal, state and local government; community college teaching; diverse oppocupations. Please see:
http://www.uncw.edu/mms/graduates.htm
Description of Facilities: The MS marine science program is located in the Center for Marine Science and also in several academic buildings including Dobo Hall, DeLoach Hall, Friday Hall as well as in the Wrightsville Beach Aquaculture Facility. The Center for Marine Science operates a fleet of small boats as well as the 68 foot RV Cape Fear.
http://www.uncw.edu/mms/facilities.html
http://www.uncw.edu/cmsr/facilities/index.html
Program Faculty: Please see the web page http://www.uncw.edu/mms
Student Support: One Merritt Fellowship is offered each year; this is worth $16,000 plus all tuition expenses per year for two years. This Fellowship can be awarded to a student in any area of marine science. An additional fellowship in marine biotechnology is planned. Tuition grants are available for in-state and out-of-state students. Most students also receive a stipend as either a teaching assistant or a research assistant.
Program Point of Contact: Dr. Joan D. Willey
Email: willeyj@uncw.edu Department: Chemistry and Biochemistry Institution address: Chemistry, UNCW 601 S. College Road
Wilmington,NC 28403-5932 Phone: 910-962-3459
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