Oceanography

80 Master's degrees in Oceanography

University of Maryland4,1(14)

College Park, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Atmospheric and Oceanic Science

This Atmospheric and Oceanic Science degree from University of Maryland is designed for working professionals who need cutting-edge skills and knowledge in atmospheric and oceanic science, air quality & computational methods.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$56,340/yr

University of New South Wales4,3(34)

Kensington, Australia Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Physical Oceanography

Physical Oceanography from University of New South Wales offers graduates in science, engineering or relevant disciplines advanced access to understanding the ocean’s physical processes.

M.Sc. Part-time Blended

1 year, 8 months$40,152/yr

Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)4,2(51)

Trondheim, Norway Top 2% in Worldwide

Ocean Resources

Do you want to study at a marine biology university in Norway, and get a solid foundation for your further career, both nationally and internationally with a master’s in marine science? Then the Master of Science in Ocean Resources at Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) could be the perfect choice for you.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$21,437/yr

University of San Diego4,0(7)

San Diego, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Environmental and Ocean Sciences

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.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$46,650/yr

University of North Carolina Wilmington4,1(12)

Wilmington, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Coastal and Ocean Policy

The Master of Coastal and Ocean Policy (MCOP) from University of North Carolina Wilmington is a professional, non-thesis, interdisciplinary degree program providing students with key knowledge and skills for navigating the interface of science and policy decision making.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$37,740/yr

University of Maryland4,1(14)

College Park, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Atmospheric and Oceanic Science

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.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$56,340/yr

University of Rhode Island4,5(6)

Kingston, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Oceanography

The Oceanography at the University of Rhode Island allows you to focus on a specific area of oceanography – biological, chemical, geological, and physical – as well as in interdisciplinary and related areas such as atmospheric chemistry.

M.Sc. Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$32,186/yr

University of Maryland4,1(14)

College Park, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Atmospheric and Oceanic Science Technology

The Atmospheric and Oceanic Science Technology program at University of Maryland is a 30-credit program designed for meteorologists, oceanographers and environmental scientists who need cutting-edge skills and knowledge in atmospheric and oceanic science, in the computational methods used in the field, and in air quality science.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus

1½ year$37,560/yr

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)4,4(64)

Cambridge, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Atmospheres, Oceans, and Climate

Atmospheric and oceanic sciences and the study of climate are founded on the basic principles of physics, mathematics, biology, and chemistry. The Atmospheres, Oceans, and Climate program of Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) involves many scientific disciplines, including dynamical and chemical oceanography, biogeochemistry, atmospheric dynamics and chemistry, and geochemistry.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$64,310/yr

Texas A&M University4,1(19)

College Station, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Ocean Science and Technology

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.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$23,022/yr

University of Victoria4,2(29)

Victoria, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Earth and Ocean Sciences

Study topics like global climate change, earthquakes, groundwater contamination or marine pollution through a Master of Science (MSc) Earth and Ocean Sciences at University of Victoria, British Columbia.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$4,114/yr

Texas A&M University4,1(19)

College Station, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Ocean Engineering

Ocean Engineering from Texas A&M University is the application of basic engineering principles to the analysis, design, construction, and management of systems that operate in the ocean environment.

M.Eng. Full-time On-campus

1 year$27,278/yr

Ecole Centrale de Lyon4,3(6)

Écully, France Top 6% in Worldwide

Atmosphere, Ocean and Climate Science

The International Master's Degree in Atmosphere, Ocean and Climate Science from Ecole Centrale de Lyon provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to work in the field of ocean, atmosphere and climate sciences. It is the interface between physics, chemistry and applied sciences, with the aim of answering the questions raised by the major societal challenges of climate and atmosphere.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$4,536/yr

University of California, San Diego4,2(14)

San Diego, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Applied Ocean Sciences

Applied Ocean Sciences at the University of California, San Diego is multidisciplinary and focused on the application of advanced technology to ocean exploration and observation.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$29,532/yr

Stevens Institute of Technology4,2(13)

Hoboken, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Ocean Engineering

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.

M.Eng. Full-time On-campus

1 year$45,986/yr

University of Connecticut4,4(28)

Storrs, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Biological Oceanography

The Biological Oceanography program from Unviersity of Connecticut involves individually-tailored curricula that combine traditional core courses in the oceanographic subdisciplines with interdisciplinary advanced offerings taught by the physicists and chemists in the department, and intensive seminar courses in various biological areas of specialty.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$41,424/yr

University of Hamburg4,0(38)

Hamburg, Germany Top 1% in Worldwide

Ocean and Climate Physics

The Ocean and Climate Physics MSc course from University of Hamburg imparts in-depth knowledge of and practical skills in the fields of ocean dynamics and ocean–climate interactions.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 yearsFree

Old Dominion University4,3(12)

Norfolk, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Ocean and Earth Sciences

The Ocean and Earth Sciences MSc program from Old Dominion University uses active learning by promoting research and education. It is designed to give graduates the skill sets to prepare them for a range of careers in academia, and the public and private sectors.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$40,050/yr

University of California, Santa Cruz4,6(12)

Santa Cruz, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Ocean Sciences

Ocean Sciences from University of California, Santa Cruz combines core courses and electives to provide depth and breadth in the ocean sciences.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$15,102/yr

University of Amsterdam4,1(110)

Amsterdam, Netherlands Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Freshwater and Marine Biology (Biological Sciences)

Aquatic ecosystems teem with organisms, ranging from tiny phytoplankton and zooplankton to fish and whales. Unfortunately, aquatic ecosystems are also used as ‘dumping grounds' for much of society's waste and are affected by global change. In the Biological Sciences - Freshwater and Marine Biology programme of the University of Amsterdam these topics are investigated from different perspectives.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$30,402/yr