Undergraduate Minor in Marine Science
Program Summary
Requirements for a Minor in Marine Sciences include a minimum of 18 hours in Marine Sciences related classes. The student must take Ocean Science (MAS 134), Marine Science I (MAS 331) and Marine Science II (MAS 332). In addition to these core requirements, students must take 2-3 electives courses (MAS 371, MAS 367, MAS 430, MAS 451, MAS 471, MAS 475 or other electives approved by the Chair).
Course of Study
A. Freshmen/Sophomore level | Credit Hours |
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MAS 134 Ocean Science | (3 cr) |
MAS 134L Ocean Science | (1 cr) |
B. Junior/Senior level | Credit Hours |
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MAS 331 Marine Sciences I | (3 cr) |
MAS 332 Marine Science II | (3 cr) |
Two-three MAS listed electives at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab (listed below).
Marine Sciences Minor Requirements
A. Required Courses (10 credits) | Credit Hours |
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MAS 134 Ocean Science | (3 cr) |
MAS 134L Ocean Science Lab | (1 cr) |
MAS 331 Marine Science I | (3 cr) |
MAS 332 Marine Science II | (3 cr) |
B. Electives (choose 2 -3 courses, 8 credits needed) | |
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MAS 371 Shark and Ray Biology | |
MAS 367 Marine Biology | |
MAS 430 Marine Botany | |
MAS 451 Marine Vertebrate Zoology | |
MAS 471 Marine Invertebrate Zoology | |
MAS 475 Marine Ecology |
Other DISL offered courses will be considered for elective credit.
*Requirements subject to change as requirements are pending final University approval*