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Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography.

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the ecology and behavior of microbes, plants, and animals inhabiting oceans, coastal waters, and saltwater wetlands and their interactions with the physical environment. Includes instruction in chemical, physical, and geological oceanography; molecular, cellular, and biochemical studies; marine microbiology; marine botany; ichthyology; mammalogy; marine population dynamics and biodiversity; reproductive biology; studies of specific species, phyla, habitats, and ecosystems; marine paleocology and palentology; and applications to fields such as fisheries science and biotechnology.

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Related Careers

Natural Sciences Managers

11-9121

$79,830 $161,180 $239,200

Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists

19-1023

$48,240 $72,860 $113,350

Biological Scientists, All Other

19-1029

$54,500 $93,330 $159,780

Biological Technicians

19-4021

$38,060 $52,000 $81,990

Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary

25-1042

$50,760 $83,460 $169,560

Frequently Asked Questions

What careers can I pursue with this major?

Use the Related Careers section above to see roles commonly linked to this field of study. Data is based on CIP–SOC crosswalk and BLS occupational data.

Where does salary data come from?

Salary and employment data come from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) and Employment Projections.

Data sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

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Salary Summary

$92,566

Avg Median Salary $92,566
Lowest Median $52,000
Highest Median $161,180

Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

Quick Facts

Career Paths 5
Degree Level Bachelor
Code 26.1302

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