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Getting Started
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Students begin the program by acquiring a basic knowledge of mathematics, physics, biology, geology, and chemistry. These tools are then applied within Oceanography at increasingly complex levels. During the course of study students engage in field work and data collection, learn to analyze and interpret that data, and prepare reports.
Here are some helpful links to get you to the information you'll need during the first few years in your academic career.
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Your Faculty Advisor
Each Oceanography major is assigned a Faculty Advisor who will be a primary point of contact throughout your time in the program. The role of your advisor is to assist you in selecting courses, finding independent research opportunities and discussing potential career options and graduate programs. Contact Michelle Townsend in academic advising to find out the name of your faculty advisor. You should meet with your advisor at the beginning of each quarter to discuss your academic progress and your evolving career interests.
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Course Requirements
Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees are offered. A total of 180 credits is required for a baccalaureate degree.
Enrollment in the Oceanography minor is open to all UW students.
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Language Skills
Five credits of English composition with a grade of 2.0 or higher is required. A foreign language is not required. Freshmen entering the UW autumn 1985 or later (and transfer students entering the UW autumn 1987 or later) are required to complete 5 credits of English composition. All schools and colleges use the University English composition requirement. Read More.
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Independent Research
The
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Oceanography
offers numerous opportunities for undergraduate research. Over half of oceanography majors conduct research in faculty labs during their time in the program. To get involved, discuss your interests with your Faculty Advisor, or contact a faculty member whose research program interests you to find out what opportunities are available. The Undergraduate Research Program has more resources for undergraduate research at the UW.
All Oceanography majors conduct an independent research project during their senior year as part of a 3-quarter learning and research experience. In the fall, they learn about the Oceanography of Puget Sound and work in groups to research local oceanographic issues. In winter they work with a faculty mentor to design an independent research project in Ocean 443. The series culminates in spring quarter in Ocean 444 when data and samples are collected on a class cruise. The final product includes a written thesis, a web site describing the project and an oral presentation at the class symposium.
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