Overview

The oceans are part of the thin, outer shell of the Earth and marine science is the study of this envelope, from the deep sea to shallow coastal oceans: their biology, chemistry, geology and physics together make marine science a richly inter-disciplinary science.

The oceans are dynamic and vast, they contain most of the Earth's water and carbon and surface heat, and much of its biomass, but they do not operate alone. In conjunction with the atmosphere, continents and ice (cryosphere), they form a working machine, driven mostly by energy derived from the sun and the Earth’s interior.

What You Can Take

Marine Science and Technology students at University of Massachusetts Boston may choose either a thesis or non-thesis option. The thesis option requires a minimum of 30 credit hours and the non-thesis option requires 33 credit hours.
Full-time MS students normally complete their degree requirements in four semesters. Part-time MS students are encouraged to take two courses per semester.

All graduate courses approved by the student’s advisor count toward the credit requirement.

In the Marine Science and Technology MS with UMass Boston, you will:

Develop a comprehensive understanding of marine science concepts, including marine ecosystems, oceanography, marine geology, and marine biology
Gain expertise in the methods and techniques used to study and analyze the marine environment
Acquire practical skills in marine technology applications, including the use of oceanographic instruments, data collection, and analysis methods.
Learn to navigate marine-specific software and technologies used in marine research, exploration, and resource management
Cultivate critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills to address real-world marine science and technology challenges
Apply scientific methods and data analysis techniques to investigate marine phenomena, interpret findings, and communicate results effectively to both scientific and non-scientific audiences

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Biological Oceanography
The Chemistry of Natural Waters
The Geochemistry of a Habitable Planet
Physical Oceanography
Environmental Sciences
Thesis Research

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Boston, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

GRE^®

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Other requirements

General requirements

GPA
Bachelor's Degree
Online Application and Fee
Official Transcripts
Test Scores: GRE
Letters of Recommendation: 2
Statement of Purpose

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Tuition Fee

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International

29060 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14530 USD per semester during 12 months.
National

29060 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14530 USD per semester during 12 months.
In-State

14886 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7443 USD per semester during 12 months.

Living costs for Boston

1560 - 3239 USD /month

Living costs

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

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