Students admitted to the ocean engineering Ph.D. program come from traditional engineering degree programs including physics, mathematics, computer science, and in some cases, marine science programs. Those entering the Ph.D. program with a B.S. degree from an engineering program should be prepared to begin the Ph.D. program directly. Those coming from a B.S. in physics, mathematics, or computer science will have their transcripts more carefully reviewed on an individual basis, as additional courses may be required.
A student in the ocean engineering Ph.D. program with a B.S. in engineering will be expected to take a minimum of 12 courses (exclusive of dissertation research and Ocean Seminars). A student entering with a relevant M.S. degree with comparable content will be expected to take a minimum of six courses (exclusive of dissertation research and Ocean Seminars).

