Ocean SciencesÌý
The Department of Oceanography at ÍøºìºÚÁÏ offers a unique range of courses across the core sub-disciplines of ocean science.ÌýComplete your undergraduate degree as a major steps away from the Atlantic Ocean, or consider completing an honours degree and/or earning one or more certificates if certain courses are taken as part of the program.
Your major map: Ocean Sciences
The Ocean Science Major Map highlights academic and co-curricular opportunities and provides an overview of how students can customize their degree. Students are encouraged to connect with advising supports at ÍøºìºÚÁÏ and use the Ìý²¹²Ô»å to create their course plan.
< 30 CREDIT HOURS/FIRST YEAR ÌýÌý
- Complete required introductory courses in Physics: PHYC 1190/1290 and in other subjects. See the first-year course planner worksheet for more information
- At the end of your first year, you can declare your major and register for second-year courses
30-60 CREDIT HOURS/SECOND YEAR
- You will start taking more core courses* in OCEA, gaining knowledge and lab experience: OCEA 2001, OCEA 2002, OCEA 2020, OCEA 2021
- Consider combining your degree with another subject with a double major, minor, or certificate
- Consider incorporating summer field courses through the SEASIDE program
60-90 CREDIT HOURS/THIRD YEAR+Ìý
- Aim to take 4-6 OCEA* courses. MakeÌýsure you're on track with course requirements usingÌýDARSÌý
- Looking for a hands-on learning experience? there areÌýexperiential learning and directed research courses offered by the department
- Complete OCEA 3003: Field Oceanography, a summer field course available through the SEASIDE program
- Apply for an honours degree ahead of your fourth year if you are considering graduate studies
90-120 CREDIT HOURS/FINAL YEAR
- Aim to take 4-6 OCEA courses*. Ensure to complete the course requirements: OCEA 4000 and OCEA 4401/4402 in your final year.
- Complete any remaining requirements for a certificate or minor and check your degree audit to ensure you are on track to graduateÌý
- Apply to graduate by Dec 1 for spring convocation and July 2 for fall convocationÌý
*Note that not all courses are offered each semester or year and that course requirements may vary according to your degree type (major, double major, minor, honors) be sure to keep track of these by consulting the academic calendar.Ìý
*After declaring your major, we strongly encourage you to connect withÌýprogram advisorsÌýfor course planning and any other questions related to your program.Ìý Ìý
< 30 CREDIT HOURS/FIRST YEAR Ìý
- Build connections by enrolling in a (FIGS) like Oceans, Climate Change, and Earth and Environment
- Sign up to beÌý
30-60 CREDIT HOURS/SECOND YEAR
- Explore the portal to browse through work and volunteer opportunities on and off campusÌý
60-90 CREDIT HOURS/THIRD YEAR+Ìý
- There are 70 Faculty-coordinated summer research awards available each year that you can apply for on a competitive basis
- Other opportunities include science communication internships, and student society leadership rolesÌý
90-120 CREDIT HOURS/FINAL YEAR
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< 30 CREDIT HOURS/FIRST YEAR
- Attend the Dal Science Welcome Party
- Attend the Faculty of Science Program Fair for help planning your next steps
- Consider joining DOUGS – ÍøºìºÚÁÏ Oceanography Undergraduate Society! Meet other like-minded students and participate in fun eventsÌý
30-60 CREDIT HOURS/SECOND YEAR
- Attend departmental seminars to learn about hot topics and ongoing research in ocean science!
60-90 CREDIT HOURS/THIRD YEAR+Ìý
- Consider running for a position with the Dal Science Society's Executive or with your student society
- Reach out to the department's many researchers and faculty to join a research lab as a volunteerÌýand take advantage ofÌýworld-class facilities
90-120 CREDIT HOURS/FINAL YEAR
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30-60 CREDIT HOURS/SECOND YEAR
- Explore career paths and industries that spark your