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DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

The following are the minimum requirements necessary to graduate from the University of South Florida with a degree in Marine Science.

Master of Science

  1. 32 semester hours of course work which includes core courses


  2. A grade of "B" or better in each of the core courses: Physical, Chemical, Biological and Geological Oceanography


  3. A written thesis and successful oral defense

Doctoral (Ph. D.)

  1. 90 semester hours beyond the baccalaureate degree


  2. A grade of "B" or better in each of the core courses


  3. Passing performance on a comprehensive qualifying written and oral examination


  4. A written dissertation and successful oral defense

These requirements complement the USF Graduate School requirements stated in the general catalog. Prospective students may obtain general university information visiting the USF website and Graduate School website at: http://www.usf.edu/ and http://www.grad.usf.edu/.

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