Majoring in Marine Sciences

There are three marine science majors offered which can be taken as part of any BSc or BSc combined degree. They can also be taken as a major within other degrees (for example, Bachelor of Arts). Please check with your Faculty regarding your degree requirements.

Marine Science major

Essential: 24 credit points of Junior Science study.
Recommended: To complete a Marine Science major the minimum requirement is 24 credit points of GEOS or BIOL units listed under Table 1 for marine science which must include one senior BIOL unit and one senior GEOS unit. It is recommended to prepare for this that a student complete 12 credit points of Junior Biology, 12 credit points of Junior Chemistry and 12 credit points of Junior Geosciences.

Marine Geoscience major

Essential: 24 credit points of Junior Science study.
Recommended: To complete a Marine Geoscience major the minimum requirement is 24 credit points of GEOS units listed under Table 1 for marine science. It is recommended to prepare for this that a student complete 12 credit points of junior Biology, 12 credit points of Junior Chemistry and 12 credit points of Junior Geosciences.

Marine Biology major

Essential:To complete a Marine Biology major the minimum requirement is 24 credit points of BIOL units listed under Table 1for marine science.
Recommended: It is recommended to prepare for this that a student complete 12 credit points of Junior Biology, 12 credit points of Junior Chemistry and 12 credit points of Junior Geosciences.