The University of Georgia provides extensive opportunities in marine science through its Department of Marine Sciences located in Athens, complemented by significant research and educational facilities at the UGA Marine Institute on Sapelo Island and the Skidaway Institute of Oceanography near Savannah. Students can pursue undergraduate degrees such as the Bachelor of Science in Ocean Science or a Marine Biology emphasis within the Biology major, alongside graduate Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy programs. The curriculum covers the core disciplines of biological, chemical, geological, and physical oceanography, emphasizing interdisciplinary study and hands-on research. Leveraging its unique coastal locations, the program offers rich fieldwork experiences and access to advanced laboratories and research vessels, preparing students for diverse careers and advanced studies in understanding and protecting marine environments.
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The University of Georgia (UGA or Georgia) is a public land-grant research university with its main campus in Athens, Georgia. Chartered in 1785, it is one of the oldest public universities in the United States. It is the flagship school of the University System of Georgia.
