The degree is open to all students interested in the marine environment, and in conjunction with such disciplines as biology, chemistry, earth and marine sciences, physics and coastal management. A set of core courses required of all majors will be interdisciplinary in nature so as to cover the broad spectrum of the marine sciences.
Students can opt for one of the three concentrations offered.
Employment opportunities are excellent in the areas of coastal planning, biological, physical and geological sciences in coastal and marine facilities and planning agencies. The program will be housed in the new four story Science Complex building with excellent facilities. Additional courses, lab and research opportunities are available at the other marine science program at other UNC System campuses and Duke University. Opportunities for internship will be available through various state and federal agencies and several universities in the state and in Virginia. Students will enjoy the advantage of close proximity to the wetlands, estuarine and shoreline field environments.