Program Overview
The Oceanography at University of Rhode Island is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Oceanography programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 25,772 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 13,362 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Kingston, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Oceanography programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Physical Oceanography
- Marine Analytical Chemistry
- Numerical Models and Data Analysis in Ocean Sciences
- Ocean Waves and Storm Surge Modeling
- Foundations Of Earth System Dynamics
- Marine Environmental Organic Chemistry
- Chemical Oceanography
- Organic Geochemistry Of Natural Waters
- Atmospheric Pollution and the Upper Ocean
- Chemistry of the Earth
- Graduate Writing In Marine And Environmental Sciences
- Climate, Radiation, Gases and Aerosols
- Geological Oceanography
- Volcaniclastic Sedimentation
- Modern Oceanographic Imaging and Mapping Techniques
- Biological Oceanography,
- Oceanographic Processes
- Marine Microbial Ecology
- Introduction To Marine Pollution
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
A complete application file includes:
- Complete, submitted online Application Form
- Non-refundable application fee submitted via online application as a credit card payment or as an electronic check
- Personal statement (submitted via online application)
- College transcript(s) submitted via online application
- Letters of recommendation (2 or 3, depending on program; submitted online)
- Test score reports sent directly by the testing institution; the ETS institution code for the University of Rhode Island is 3919
- Individual Departments may require additional materials, including resumes, professional portfolios, and official reports of standardized tests. Please contact the Department directly for more information.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 25,772 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 13,362 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 25,772 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 13,362 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Rhode Island directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Rhode Island
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, United States
University of Rhode Island is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-02-18
- Start Date 2018-09-10
- Language English
- Duration 24 months