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Overview The Physical Oceanography program from Millersville University of Pennsylvania offers comprehensive and intensive training to prepare graduates for careers in the ocean sciences. Students examine the physical aspects of ocean currents and tides, and the intimate relationship between the ocean and atmosphere, with significant emphasis on the ocean’s role in climate change.Students have the opportunity to work with data collected through a variety of contemporary oceanographic sampling platforms including earth-orbiting satellites and aircraft, autonomous underwater and moored sensors, and research vessels. Learning continues outside the classroom through intensive field-oriented summer courses at our marine station in Chincoteaque Bay. By the time students graduate, they are proficient in the accurate dissemination of scientific information and knowledge by demonstrating effective oral and written communication skills.Graduates leave the Physical Oceanography program with a thorough understanding of the fundamental theories and concepts underpinning the discipline of modern oceanography, and demonstrate an understanding of the scientific process used to address the challenges of the 21st century. Physical Oceanography is an option within the Ocean Sciences and Coastal Studies (OSCS) department. Career OpportunitiesEnvironmental EngineerZoologist and Wildlife BiologistBiological Science Teacher, PostsecondaryNatural Sciences ManagerMicrobologistBiological TechnicianBiologistSoil and Water ConservationistFish and Game Warden I want to find another Bachelor Course

The Physical Oceanography program from Millersville University of Pennsylvania continuously evolves to meet the demands of the 21st-century ocean sciences workforce, allowing graduates to be competitive applicants to top graduate programs.

Disciplines

PhysicsBiology

Requirements

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 70

Other Requirements

1High School transcriptsProof of English ProficiencyCopy of Passport Biographical PageProof of Financial Support

Physical Oceanography