Master of Science [M.S] [Oceanography-Physical Oceanography] From Florida Institute of Technology

Florida Tech's master's in oceanography is a research-centric program that focuses on study of:

• Ocean currents and waves
• Coastal processes
• Planktonic and benthonic organisms
• Marine meteorology
• Hydro acoustic applications
• Trace metal pollution identification and distribution

Whether students want to develop a new way of restoring wetlands and shorelines, design solutions for managing the effects of pollution or solve the mystery of red tide, a master's in oceanography from Florida Tech provides expert training in some of the most diverse marine environments in the world.

Careers

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, oceanography and its related fields are fast growing, as jobs are expected to increase 11% through 2020. Many graduates of Florida Tech with a master's in oceanography have continued their research in a doctoral program, while others have secured employment with organizations such as the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Florida Department of Environmental Regulation or NASA.