Marine Sciences

The Bachelor of Arts in Marine Sciences at Rutgers University-Camden offers students a comprehensive foundation in the biological, chemical, physical, and geological processes that shape the oceans and marine environments. This interdisciplinary program is designed to prepare students for diverse careers in marine research, environmental conservation, resource management, and policy development. Through a combination of coursework, laboratory work, and field studies, students gain hands-on experience in marine data collection, analysis, and interpretation. The curriculum emphasizes understanding marine ecosystems, oceanography, marine geology, and the impact of human activities on marine environments. Students have access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources, including laboratories and research vessels, to enhance their practical skills. The program also encourages participation in research projects, internships, and collaborations with marine organizations to foster real-world experience. Graduates of this program are equipped with a solid scientific background and critical thinking skills, enabling them to address complex marine issues such as climate change, pollution, conservation, and sustainable resource use. Rutgers University-Camden's Marine Sciences program prepares students for further graduate studies or entry into careers in research institutions, government agencies, environmental consulting firms, and non-governmental organizations dedicated to ocean and marine conservation. The program aims to cultivate a new generation of environmentally conscious scientists committed to protecting and understanding our planet's vital ocean systems.

Detailed Course Facts

• USD 13683 Year (National)
• USD 27978 Year (International)

• English

Course Content

• This option prepares students for professional opportunities or graduate study in oceanography or the biological sciences. Concentrations within the option permit students to focus on different levels of biological organization: at the molecular, cellular, organismic, community, or ecosystem level. Depending on their choice of electives, students also may fulfill the requirements of a major in the biological sciences or ecology and natural resources.

• This option prepares students for professional opportunities or graduate study in oceanography or chemistry. Students who elect 6.5 additional credits of chemistry and 3 additional credits of mathematics also may fulfill the requirements of a major in chemistry. (Beginning with the class of 2005, chemistry majors in Options B, C, and D must complete at least one term of biochemistry at the 400-level for ACS certification).

Marine Geology

• This option prepares students for graduate study in oceanography, geology, environmental science, or an allied field, as well as for immediate employment. Students electing three additional courses in geology also may fulfill the requirements for the major in geological sciences.

Physical Oceanography

• This option prepares students for graduate study in physical oceanography, meteorology, fluid dynamics, or a related field, as well as immediate employment in environmental agencies or consulting firms and technical positions in marine sciences.

Directed Marine Studies

• This option prepares students for professional opportunities in oceanography, the biological sciences, and related fields. The course of study most closely resembles the marine biology option, but includes a requirement to complete one of six SEBS or SAS minors or certificate programs most relevant to finding employment following graduation.

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6.5 TOEFL paper-based test score : 550 TOEFL iBT® test : 79

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Requirements

Our primary emphasis is placed on the student’s academic promise as demonstrated by:

• completion of required entrance subjects
• academic performance in high school or its equivalent:
• strength of academic program (number/type of academic, honors, or advanced placement courses completed)
• grades and grade trends
• weighted grade-point average(s)
• cumulative rank, when available
• SAT and/or ACT scores
• English Proficiency Examination results, when required

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Related Scholarships*

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

  "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

• Alumni Study Travel Fund

  Scholarships for students who are already attending the University of Reading.

• Amsterdam Merit Scholarships

  The University of Amsterdam aims to attract the world’s brightest students to its international classrooms. Outstanding students from outside the European Economic Area can apply for an Amsterdam Merit Scholarship.

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey.

Funding

Rutgers uses your FAFSA to develop a financial-aid package based on your qualifications, financial need and the funds available to the university. Your package may include any or a combination of these major financial aid sources:

• Gift aid does not require repayment and is divided into three categories: grants (which recognize financial need) and scholarships and awards (which recognize academic merit, special talents, or other achievements).
• Loans must be repaid (usually after graduation) and can come from private lenders as well as federal, state and university sources.
• Work-study allows students to earn money for college expenses while gaining valuable skills - often in their intended field.

Accreditation

• Rutgers is a member—so are Harvard, Yale, and Berkeley—of the prestigious Association of American Universities, the 61 leading research universities in North America.
• More than 175 Rutgers research centers support pioneering work in stem cells, climate change, DNA analysis, and more.
• Rutgers’ international reputation draws top students from more than 130 countries and all 50 states.