Bachelor of Marine Sciences at University of Connecticut

University of Connecticut

United States of America, Storrs

University Rank:#534

The Marine Sciences at University of Connecticut is a Full Time Bachelor program offered at the university's main campus in Storrs , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 4 years. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. The next available intake starts on August 28, 2027.

About Bachelor of Marine Sciences

Course descriptions

Students in the Marine Sciences major receive multidisciplinary training in the biological, chemical, physical, and geological processes of the ocean with emphasis on how humans impact the coastal environment. In addition to receiving a strong foundation in mathematics and natural sciences, students engage in experiential learning, fieldwork, internships, study abroad and senior-year capstone courses that foster interdisciplinary training. The Marine Sciences major at UConn prepares graduates for employment in environmental consulting, regulatory agencies and research institutions, and for graduate studies.

Bachelor of Science in Marine Sciences

The B.S. in Marine Sciences requires a foundation of courses including at least 30 credits of Marine Sciences courses (27 at 2000-level and above), and 12 credits of Related Area courses. Marine Sciences majors in the B.S. must pass the following courses:

I. Required courses in Basic Sciences and Math

BIOL 1107 and 1108; CHEM 1124Q, 1125Q and 1126Q, or CHEM 1127Q and 1128Q; MATH 1131Q, and 1132Q; PHYS 1201Q and 1202Q, or PHYS 1401Q and 1402Q.

Introductory statistics or data analysis: STAT 1000Q or 1100Q or 3025Q or CSE 1010 or 1100 or PHYS 2200 or 2400 or PHYS 2501W or CHEM 3332 or GEOG 2500 or 2510 or ERTH 4150.

II. Marine Sciences B.S. Major Requirements

The following courses constitute the major requirements: MARN 1002 or 1003, 2801WE, 3001, 3002, 4001, 4002 or 4896W with prior consent of the Department Head. Four MARN electives must be completed with at least one course from each group:

Group 1: MARN 3000E, 3060, 3230, 3505, 4030W, 4050, 4052, 4060, 4066.
Group 2: MARN 3012, 3014, 3015, 3017, 3030, 3811, 3812, 4010, 4018, 4130.
Group 3: MARN 4202Q, 4210Q.

A maximum of four MARN 5000+ graduate level courses may be used to fulfill some of these requirements. Students may be able to use MARN 3893, 4893, 4895, 4898 or other MARN courses towards one or more of these electives with prior approval of the Department Head.

III. Marine Sciences B.S. Related Area

In consultation with an advisor, four Related Area courses are taken in different fields or a single field of interest leading to a minor.

Bachelor of Arts in Marine Sciences

Students who choose the B.A. in Marine Sciences are typically more interested in marine and environmental policy, management, and/or education. The B.A. in Marine Sciences requires a foundation of courses including at least 30 credits of Marine Sciences courses (27 at 2000-level and above), and 12 credits constituting the Related Area.

Marine Sciences majors in the B.A. must pass the following courses:

I. Required courses in Basic Sciences and Math

BIOL 1107 and 1108; CHEM 1124Q, 1125Q, and 1126Q, or CHEM 1127Q and 1128Q; MATH 1060Q and 1071Q, or MATH 1131Q; PHYS 1201Q or PHYS 1401Q.

Introductory statistics or data analysis: STAT 1000Q or 1100Q or 3025Q or CSE 1010 or 1100 or PHYS 2200 or 2400 or 2501W or CHEM 3332 or GEOG 2500 or 2510 or ERTH 4150.

II. Marine Sciences B.A. Major Requirements

A maximum of four MARN 5000+ graduate level courses may be used to fulfill elective requirements. Students may be able to use MARN 3893, 4893, 4895, 4898, or other MARN courses towards one or more of these electives with prior approval of the Department Head.

III. Marine Sciences B.A. Related Area

In consultation with an advisor, four Related Area courses are taken in different fields or a single field of interest leading to a minor.

Competency Requirements (B.S. and B.A. programs)

The University's General Education competency requirements for information literacy will be satisfied by completing the requirements above, in particular MARN 3001, 2801WE, and 4002. The writing in the major requirement will be satisfied by MARN 2801WE.

Note: Some Marine Sciences courses may be offered only at the Avery Point campus. Others may be partially available through Distance Learning.

The minors in Marine Biology and Marine Sciences are described in the Minors section.

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Disciplines

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Marine Sciences at University of Connecticut

Entry Requirements

First-year applicants should be attending an approved high school program. Upon graduation, a minimum of 16 units, with 15 in college preparatory work, must be completed. The following college preparatory courses are required for all first-year applicants:

4 years of English
3 years of math (algebra I, algebra II, and geometry or their equivalents)
2 years of social studies (including 1 year of U.S. history)
2 years of a single foreign language (3 years strongly recommended)
2 years of laboratory science
3 years of electives
School of Nursing applicants: high school chemistry is required.
School of Engineering applicants: high school chemistry and physics are required.

In addition to completion of an approved high school program, selection is based on a comprehensive review of all the information provided on the application, both academic and personal.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Marine Sciences at University of Connecticut

Application Fee 80

How to Apply for Bachelor of Marine Sciences at University of Connecticut

International first-year applicants must complete either the Common Application or Apply Coalition with Scoir. There is no preference in application choice and only one application is required.

Submission of the $80 application fee (non-refundable) is available through the chosen application. Check or money order is also an acceptable form of payment and should be sent to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions directly with the applicant’s name (as seen on the application) and date of birth.

The personal essay is required and provides the applicant an opportunity to add a unique voice to the application as well as demonstrate writing ability. The personal essay is a component on the Common Application or the Coalition Application and should range between 250 – 650 words.

Two letters of recommendation are optional but can distinguish an applicant’s character and are preferred. Recommendation letters can be sent electronically, by fax, or by postal mail.

Your submitted high school transcript(s) should include your senior classes, class rank (if applicable), and latest grades earned. Postsecondary official transcript(s) from each institution attended are also required whether or not credit is desired or expected. Transcripts must be submitted to UConn directly from the secondary institution, either electronically or by mail in a sealed envelope.

All academic credentials not written in English must be accompanied by an official, certified English translation.

Bachelor of Marine Sciences at University of Connecticut

University of Connecticut

United States of America, Storrs