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Dec 17, 2024
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2016-2017 Samford University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Marine Science Major (B.S.)
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Students pursuing this program must complete a minimum of one semester or two five-week summer terms at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab located on Dauphin Island in Mobile Bay. The Sea Lab is operated by the Marine Environmental Science Consortium of which Samford is an active member. At least one year (preferably more) of biology is required before any upper-level course in marine science may be taken. Alternately, a student may complete the necessary marine biology courses to satisfy a minor in marine science.
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University Core Curriculum: 22 Credits
Click here to view the University Core Curriculum requirements. General Education Requirements: 46-49 Credits
Natural and Computational Sciences: 21-23 Credits
Physics: 8-10 Credits
(choose one combination) Marine Science Major: 36 Credits
Marine Science: 16 Credits**
General Electives: 21-24 Credits
Total Required Credits: 128
* CHEM 315 & 316 are being phased out, but sections may still be available. See the 2015-16 catalog for course descriptions.
** Substitutions of other marine science courses must be approved by program director.
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