50 Master's in Oceanography in North America

The Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science at Memorial University of Newfoundland offers thesis-based graduate programs leading to master of engineering (MEng) and doctor of philosophy (PhD) degrees in Ocean and Naval Architectural Engineering. The graduate programs offered by the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science have grown tremendously in the past few years

The Master of Science in Integrated Coastal and Ocean Management M.Sc. is offered at University of Trinidad and Tobago 

Our Atmospheric and Oceanic Science program from University of Maryland immerses students in the fundamentals of atmospheric and oceanic science in preparation to complete a significant research project with their advisor.

The Master of Oceanography at the University of Rhode Island is a professional two-year, full-time programme. It focuses on applying marine science to environmental management, maritime industries, and ocean policy. Students gain advanced technical skills to solve real-world problems within various coastal and global aquatic systems.

The Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences program of the University of Colorado at Boulder is an interdisciplinary program that provides an educational and research environment to examine the dynamical, physical and chemical processes in the atmosphere, ocean and land surface, and the manner in which they interact.

The M.Sc. in Oceans and Fisheries at the University of British Columbia is a research-intensive programme delivered in person at the Vancouver campus. This full-time public study mode course typically lasts 2.7 years, focusing on interdisciplinary training in marine and freshwater science for sustainable resource use.

The Oceanography programme of Rutgers University is centered in the Department of Marine and Coastal Sciences, which serves as a focus of interdisciplinary studies and research in estuarine, coastal and open-ocean environments.

The Marine Science and Oceanography M.S. at Florida Atlantic University is a comprehensive postgraduate programme designed for advanced research. This full-time degree focuses on coastal and nearshore environments, providing students with expert skills in oceanographic science and independent inquiry over a standard duration.

Memorial University of Newfoundland's degree of Master of Applied Ocean Technology (Ocean Mapping) (MAOT) provides students with an advanced level of technological literacy, theory and competency to conduct data collection and ocean mapping.

The mission of University of Miami's Ocean Sciences (OCE) graduate program is to provide our students with specialized knowledge in important ocean science sub-disciplines as well as a broad understanding of the ocean as a key component of the Earth System.

At Oceanography from Texas A&M University research and thesis completion comprise a significant part of each program.

The Ocean Engineering master’s program at Stevens Institute of Technology is one of only a few in the country. Stevens is known for its award-winning student body, cultivating advancements in predicting extreme weather, mapping currents, protecting communities against environmental hazards and enhancing port performance. 

The Applied Ocean Technology programme at Memorial University of Newfoundland is a master level course delivered in a public study mode. Over two years, students gain advanced technical literacy in ocean mapping and data collection. This professional curriculum prepares graduates for global roles in sustainable ocean management.

The M.Sc. Oceanography at Florida State University is a comprehensive postgraduate programme offered in a full-time study mode. Students engage in advanced scientific research across biological, chemical, and physical tracks. This public university degree focuses on interdisciplinary marine studies and high-level laboratory analysis.

The Oceanography program from the University of Alaska Fairbanks is an interdisciplinary science. Our faculty constitutes a team with backgrounds in physical, biological, geological, chemical, and fisheries oceanography.

The Coastal and Ocean Policy M.S. at the University of North Carolina Wilmington is a professional, non-thesis postgraduate programme. This interdisciplinary course is delivered on-campus and focuses on the intersection of science and governance to address environmental challenges within the rapidly growing blue economy.

Uniquely situated on the Pacific Ocean at the edge of the continent and adjacent to an international border, the Environmental and Ocean Sciences program at University of San Diego provides students with access to a rich community of environmental specialists and wildlife. 

The University of Maine’s Oceanography Program creates and communicates integrated understanding of oceanographic processes by weaving fundamentals from basic sciences and mathematics into a fully interdisciplinary, marine context. 

The Ocean Engineering program of Virginia Tech allows students to immerse themselves in the technology, honing their research, design, and analysis skills. 

Ocean Engineering at University of New Hampshire is an interdisciplinary program that prepares students to interact with professionals in diverse disciplines within the ocean science community to develop responsible solutions leading to sustainable activity and life in the ocean.