{"id":116809,"date":"2018-03-02T20:41:18","date_gmt":"2018-03-02T20:41:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/gso\/?page_id=116809"},"modified":"2024-08-21T11:50:02","modified_gmt":"2024-08-21T15:50:02","slug":"general-oceanography","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/gso\/academics\/professional\/general-oceanography\/","title":{"rendered":"General Oceanography"},"content":{"rendered":"

General Oceanography<\/h1><\/div><\/div>
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The Master of Oceanography degree program<\/a> delivers advanced studies and real-world experience to aspiring professionals.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Preparation for the Field<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Students pursuing the M.O. degree with a concentration in general oceanography develop a foundational knowledge of all oceanographic disciplines, which is paired with advanced studies in a topic of the student’s choosing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Career Direction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Professionals with advanced knowledge of general oceanography are commonly hired by employers in marine-related fields such as ocean-science communication, environmental law, and education. This specialization is also well-suited to students who will pursue further graduate study.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Studies and Coursework<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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