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URI Marine Biology Program |
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The Marine Biology program was formally established in 1996, and ~80 undergraduates enter the program each year.
The curriculum for the BS in Marine Biology is designed for students who plan on pursuing marine biology at a professional level. It encourages students to explore the vast world of marine biology while providing an important foundation in modern biological sciences as well as in chemistry, math, physics and oceanography. Students may also work towards a BA in Biology (which includes appropriate marine-related courses) or a Minor in Marine Biology.
Advising and mentoring for marine biology majors are provided by faculty and student peer mentors.
Students are encouraged to carry out independent research in faculty research labs or in the context of off-campus internships. Our students have been involved in a wide range of academic year and summer job experiences all over the country and beyond.
Semester-long study abroad opportunities for marine biology majors including those at the Bermuda Institute for Ocean Sciences and the SEA Semester Program broaden students' experiences in the lab, in the field and at sea.
Our alumni have been very successful, continuing their education in graduate school, and working as professionals in all areas of marine and environmental science, in science teaching (K-12 and University level), in local, state and federal government agencies and in industry.
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| Photo Credits throughout the Marine Biology website: Drs. Jacqueline Webb, Brad Seibel, Carol Thornber, Ms. Sara MacSorley (Class of '08), Ms. Jillian Hesse (Class of '07) |
