Marine Biology: Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marine Biology Australia?
Marine Biology Australia provides exciting marine biology research programs and internships in the gorgeous backdrop of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef and Moreton Bay. We want to teach you contemporary techniques in field research, run original scientific research with you and help you communicate your results to the world by helping you get to publication level.
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Is this a marine biology program?
The Aquarium Science Program does not substitute for marine biology. A number of concepts covered in marine biology will also be addressed in the Aquarium Science Program. If you desire to conduct research as a career, then you would be better served by attending an institution such as Oregon State University .
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Do we teach Marine Biology?
We currently offer a 3.0 hour credit in Marine Biology (Biol 3020) which is also a pre-requisite for Aquarium Internships with the new Georgia Aquarium.
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Is this course the same as an introduction to marine biology?
No, it isn't. Oceanography deals with all aspects of the oceans, including marine biology. Only a small part of the course will be about animals and plants in the oceans. Other topics, including waves, tides, ocean circulation, climate-ocean links, sea-floor spreading, coasts, and volcanoes are included in oceanography.
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Who leads the Marine Biology program?
We have several staff members leading this program, including professional marine biologists who have either a Master's degree or PhD in Marine Science, PADI dive instructors and marine biology interns.
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We have several staff members leading this program, including professional marine biologists who have either a Master's degree or PhD in Marine Science, PADI dive instructor and a skipper to teach you how to sail the boat.
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We have several staff members leading this program, including professional marine biologists who have either a Master's degree or PhD in Marine Science and PADI dive instructors. At least one of the AT staff members is a certified EMT, WEMT or WFR.
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Is there a Marine Biology Simulation for J#?
Yes there is. It is available as a free download from http://msdn.microsoft.com/vjsharp/using/academic/mbs/default.aspx . This simulation includes all of the classes and methods supplied by the College Board. It also includes the source files for all the classes and methods involved in the display and running of the simulation. There is now a new version of the Marine Biology Simulation (MBS) for Visual Studio 2005. You can download it here . ...
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Does the UW offer marine biology?
Undergraduate students interested in studying marine biology at the UW can get a degree from the School of Aquatic & Fishery Sciences , Oceanography , or the Department of Biology . The UW has many opportunities for students to explore the marine environment in traditional courses and through experiential learning programs at our Friday Harbor Laboratories and Alaska Field Station . For students interested in this subject, the Marine Biology Webpage is a great starting place.
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How does this differ from the BS Marine Biology Degree?
The Marine Biology degree focuses on the organisms which inhabit the ocean and the processes by which they live and interact with their environment. The GES Degree devotes more time to the life sciences, instead devoting more time to the physical processes in the water, on the sea floor, and in the atmosphere, especially as they are influenced by human activities. Review the course requirements for the two degrees to better understand the content and thrust of each.
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Why should I take Marine Biology?
Why not? Marine Biology is interesting, informative, and satisfies a Life Sciences General Education lecture and lab requirement.
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What are the requirements to get into the Marine Biology program?
There are currently no specific requirements for getting into the Marine Biology program beyond those requirements for admission to URI. However, we strongly recommend that any student wanting to pursue the BS Marine Biology take as much science and math as they can in high school. This should include Biology, Chemistry, Physics and at least 11th grade Algebra/Trigonometry, or Precalculus (or calculus).
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Why should I major in Marine Biology?
Because: - you have a sincere interest in learning about the marine environment and the marine organisms that live in it. - you want to be an informed citizen and voter. Many issues of current concern involve policies relating to the use and conservation of the oceans and coastal habitats, and the exploitation of marine resources (including those for food and fuel). – you are curious about the oceans and marine life and you have the desire to become a marine biologist. ...
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What is the difference between Marine Biology and Oceanography?
Simply put, Oceanography is the study of the oceans and the biological, chemical, physical and geological processes that occur within it. It is traditionally a subject studied in graduate school and requires undergraduate training in biology (or marine biology), chemistry, physics and/or geology. Marine Biology focuses on the biology of the organisms that live in the oceans. As such it is a subdiscipline of biology, but has some overlap with the field of Biological Oceanography.
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Do you fund research in marine biology or on the Great Lakes?
Programs in DEB in the SBBI and PEP clusters fund work on the evolution of marine organisms, including systematic studies, biological inventories of marine habitats, and evolutionary dynamics. In the latter area, studies with implications for species beyond the marine realm are of primary interest. ...
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How can I use AP's Marine Biology Case Study in DrJava?
The College Board has developed a Marine Biology Simulation Case Study for the Advanced Placement (AP) Computer Science curriculum. Instructions for using this case study can be found on the AP® CS Case Study page . Note: If you are interested, you can download the source code for the classes contained in the MBS jar files from http://max.cs.kzoo.edu/AP/MBS/ . (The source files are linked at the bottom of the page. ) This is not necessary for using the simulation.
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How much will a Ph.D. Marine Biology or Oceanography student get paid?
A Ph.D. student accepted as a Research or Teaching Assistant is eligible to work up to 20 hours per week during the academic year and depending on the availability of funding can work up to 40 hours per week during the summer. A Ph.D. Marine Biology or Oceanography Research and Teaching Assistant will start out at $15.10 per hour and after passing their comprehensive exam the stipend will increase to $16.75 per hour. return to FAQ index Marine biology FAQ Oceanography FAQ Fisheries
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How much will an Oceanography or Marine Biology masters student get paid?
An Oceanography or Marine Biology student accepted as a Research or Teaching Assistant starts out earning $12.90 per hour for up to 20 hours per week during the academic year. Once the student passes their comprehensive exam (usually taken during the second year of studies) they are eligible for an increase in pay to $14.00 per hour. Depending on availability of funding and the research, a student is eligible to work up to 40 hours a week during the summer months. return to FAQ index Ph.D.
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What dive certifications can I get on Marine Biology Voyage?
On Marine Biology Voyage you can earn your PADI Open Water Diver as well as your PADI Advanced Open Water Diver. Getting your Advanced certification is very important because you learn how to be a safer and more aware diver in a variety of environments. Small groups allow us to keep our dive training at your pace and give us a typical staff to student ratio of 1:6. You will also have the opportunity to earn your AWARE Fish Identification, Naturalist and Coral Reef Conservation PADI specialties.
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Who can participate in the Marine Biology course?
Any student in grades 9-12.
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What is the cost of the Marine Biology Course?
The current cost is $2450 per person. That will include all expenses.
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Is there a Marine Biology station on the island staffed by a resident Marine Biologist?
The Bio-station can be found next to Village dive school and is usually manned by a Marine Biologist who provides information for interested guests.
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What is the difference between the Master of Science in marine biology and the Master of Science in marine science?
The Master of Science in marine biology is a graduate program designed to offer students advanced training and research experience in the biology sub-disciplines as they apply to marine organisms or ecosystems. Core courses include biological oceanography, physiology, ecology and molecular biology. The expectation is that students entering the program have a solid background in the major sub-disciplines (e.g. ecology, genetics, etc.) within biology. ...
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What do you enjoy more - marine biology or music?
My interests in music and mollusks complement each other in a truly symbiotic fashion. I derive inspiration for many of my compositions from the ocean, and the creatures that live there. I have also been able to nourish both passions on many of my exotic foreign travels, where I've had the opportunity to explore exciting shelling grounds during the day, and perform for audiences with different backgrounds and musical tastes at night. I consider myself doubly blessed. Back to top 5.
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How is the Marine Biology major different from the major in Biological Sciences?
Both majors require general biology, general chemistry, organic chemistry, calculus and physics and four core courses in biological sciences. While the BS in Biological Sciences requires a course in microbiology, and at least one course in plant biology, the BS Marine Biology curriculum requires students to take oceanography and then to fill out their 36 credits of biology courses with marine biology electives.
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How do I find a summer job in the field of marine biology?
Summer jobs are advertised on hallway bulletin boards and in e-mails sent out by the Marine Biology program ("News and Notices"). You also need to be creative and use your contacts. Talk to your professors, your classmates and upperclassmen to find out what they know about or what they have done during the summer or see our " About Our Students " page . URI has three programs that offer summer research opportunities, see our " Research Opportunities & Internships " page for more information. ...
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What kind of study abroad programs are there for Marine Biology majors?
There are several study abroad programs in marine biology including URI in Bermuda and the Woods Hole Sea Semester Program. Several students have gone to James Cook University in Australia and the University of Hawaii. Marine Biology majors are not limited to study abroad programs in Marine Biology. Students may also study abroad and take courses that satisfy their General Education requirements, in literature, history, fine arts, etc. See the Study Abroad page for more information about opportunities .
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What are alums of the marine biology program doing since they graduated?
Our alums are in research, policy, education, law, business and other fields. See the Alumni page for additional information about the career paths of our alums.
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What can my student do with a major in marine biology?
Marine Biology is the study of the living resources of the world's oceans and coastal seas. In tropical regions, shallow water environments support rich and diverse biological communities. These include coral reefs, mangrove and sea grass habitats. Training in Marine Biology is central to the study of these diverse assemblages of plants and animals and is the key to understanding their relationships and evaluating human influence on marine ecosystems. ...
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What summer programs are available if I am interested in, for example, marine biology, ecology, fieldwork, or research abroad?
Advisors will be in a unique position to advise based on their specialties. The Office of Career Services is a great source of information. The biology bulletin boards in and around the Biology Undergraduate Office are brimming with
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