81 Master's degrees in Oceanography

Are you passionate about ocean and eager to explore its diverse applications in science, conservation, innovation, and beyond? The MARRES - Ocean Science, Conservation & Innovation programs from Université Côte d'Azur offers a unique educational pathway that goes beyond traditional research careers, opening doors to a multitude of professional opportunities.

The International MSc in Marine Biology at the University of Haifa explores the mysteries of marine life and ecosystems through research and field-based learning on the Mediterranean coast. Leveraging its unique location, the programme offers an innovative global hub for students and researchers studying ocean biodiversity, molecular mechanisms, and marine environments.

The International M.Sc. Programme in Marine Geosciences at University of Haifa offers a once in a lifetime opportunity to obtain theoretical knowledge together with hands-on experience at sea.

This Marine and Lacustrine Science and Management MSc program from Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) offers both high-end theoretical courses and practical experience through laboratory and field training, discussion seminars, individual and group assignments and internships.

Join the Freshwater and Marine Biology (Biological Sciences) programme from University of Amsterdam. The track offers a unique study programme with attention for both freshwater and marine ecosystems and for scientific disciplines relevant to aquatic ecosystems.

In Dalhousie University’s Master of Science in Oceanography programme, you will learn from and collaborate with leading experts. The programme combines global fieldwork, research at sea, and coursework across all major sub-disciplines, giving you the skills and experience to contribute to impactful, real-world research in marine science.

The Digital Ocean programme offered by Bangor University is an innovative, multidisciplinary programme designed for students who want to harness cutting-edge digital technologies to explore, analyse, and understand the marine environment.

The Physical Oceanography programme offered at the Bangor University introduces students with a degree in the physical, mathematical or other numerate sciences to the subject of Physical Oceanography. 

The Marine Top Predator programme offered by Bangor University is a full-time, one-year course, consisting of two taught semesters and an independent research project.

Gain a deep quantitative understanding of the climate system with the Atmosphere, Ocean and Climate degree offered at the University of Reading.

This one-year (2-semester) Oceanography - Pre-Master's Programme (PMP) from OnCampus Southampton offers successful students guaranteed progression to the University of Southampton.

Study the Oceanography course offered by the University of Southampton, based at the National Oceanography Centre Southampton (NOCS). NOCS is home to the largest single group of marine and earth scientists in the world.

The Oceanography program at the Florida Institute of Technology is a research-centric program that focuses on the study of: ocean currents and waves, coastal processes, planktonic, nektonic, and benthic organisms, marine meteorology, hydro-acoustic applications and trace metal pollution identification and distribution.

Physical Oceanography from University of Gothenburg is designed for students with a bachelor’s degree in Marine Sciences, or within the STEM disciplines (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics).

The Atmospheres, Oceans, and Climate programme at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) offers a flexible, interdisciplinary public study mode. This Master level curriculum focuses on Earth systems through rigorous research and core scientific principles, typically completed over a standard two-year duration.

The Department of Oceanography at University of Hawaii at Manoa is located on the University of Hawaii’s largest campus (about 20,000 students), overlooking Waikiki and downtown Honolulu.

The Ocean Engineering programme at Florida Atlantic University is a comprehensive Master of Science degree. This full-time course prepares students for complex technical challenges within the marine environment. It offers specialised pathways in acoustics, hydrodynamics, and autonomous vehicles for advanced professional development.

Ocean Science and Technology from Texas A&M University is a non-thesis professional degree. It provides students with education and training from scientists who are active researchers and educators working at the cutting edge of ocean sciences throughout the global ocean, from the Gulf of Mexico to the waters around Antarctica.

Ocean Sciences (Research) from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia provides students with the opportunity to experience the research process to instil the passion for discovery and to acquire research skills and deepen their knowledge in an area of science.

The M.Sc. in Earth and Ocean Sciences at the University of Victoria is a two-year, full-time research programme. This public degree focuses on geology, geophysics, and climate science through a thesis-based approach. Students engage in hands-on field schools and marine cruises to study the planet’s complex natural systems.