Oceanography is an interdisciplinary science that focuses on the oceans, their contents and their boundaries. Degree programs include BS in Oceanography, MS (thesis option) in Oceanography, PhD in Oceanography and Master of Ocean Science and Technology (MOST), a non-thesis master's degree. In addition, qualified undergraduate students may participate in a 15-credit minor in Oceanography. The following majors may not minor in Oceanography: BA Ocean Studies, BS Oceanography, BS Marine Science, and all combination Master of Ocean Science and Technology programs.

Course List

Code	Title	Semester Credit Hours
OCNG 251	The Blue Planet - Our Oceans	3
OCNG 252	The Blue Planet - Our Oceans Laboratory	1
Select two from the following:		6
OCNG 310	Physical Oceanography
OCNG 320	Biological Oceanography
OCNG 330	Geological Oceanography
OCNG 340	Chemical Oceanography
OCNG 300-499 1		5
Total Semester Credit Hours		15

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Maximum of 3 credit hours of OCNG 491 may count towards the minor.