Oceanography Ph.D.
Minimum Requirements for Oceanography Ph.D.: 18 credits
| Credits | ||
|---|---|---|
| General University Requirements | ||
| Complete the graduate general university requirements. | ||
| Ph.D. Degree Requirements | ||
| Complete the Ph.D. degree requirements. | 18 | |
| As part of the Ph.D. requirements, complete the following: | ||
| Thesis (18 credits) | ||
| Oceanography Program Requirements | ||
| Complete coursework equivalent to M.S. degree. 1 | ||
| Total Credits | 18 | |
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There are no fixed course requirements, nor is an M.S. degree required to earn the Ph.D. degree. However, a candidate for the Ph.D. degree in oceanography (biological, chemical, fisheries, geological and physical oceanography) will be expected to have completed coursework at least equivalent to that required for the corresponding M.S. degree.
Note: Oceanography majors must demonstrate field experience aboard an oceanographic vessel.
Admission Requirements
Complete the following general university admission requirements for graduate programs.
- Submit an application for admission
- Submit official transcripts
- Official test results: GRE scores are not required for this program, but may be considered if submitted
- Submit resume/curriculum vitae
- Submit statement of academic goals
- Submit 3 letters of recommendation
International Students: Please consult UAF’s most recent application requirements regarding English language proficiency.
Additional program admission requirements and information:
Students are admitted to the graduate program in oceanography based on their ability and the program's capability to meet their particular interests and needs. Applications are considered throughout the year but students should apply by March 1 to have the best chance for admission and financial support for the subsequent fall semester. Assistantship stipends are awarded competitively and limited fellowship support is available. Most students are supported on research projects that relate directly to their degree research.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes are specific, measurable statements that define the knowledge and skills students will gain by the end of the program.
Graduates of this program will be able to:
- Be subject experts
- Attain experience in gathering data in the field
- Be prepared to work as university-level educators or professional scientists, who contribute to the body of scientific knowledge within an oceanographic discipline
