About the course

Maritime Studies (MAST) offers students a unique opportunity to examine the varied ways humans use and impact coastal and maritime environments. The program is well suited for students seeking to understand the vital and synergistic relationship humans have with the sea.

　　By studying the history, archaeology, literature, and politics of maritime peoples and cultures from ancient times to present, Maritime Studies graduates gain a comprehensive understanding of the interconnected issues, while achieving an excellent broad-based interdisciplinary education with a distinctive, international emphasis.

　　Working ly with their undergraduate advisor, students tailor the MAST degree program to suit their interests and career goals, and have many opportunities for enrichment activities contribute to a healthy graduation portfolio. Activities can include enrollment in an internship suited to their career interest, participation in field studies, concentration on a particular topic with a professor of their choice, and/or studying abroad for a semester. MAST students are able to train as a crew member on a working 19th century tall ship, The Elissa. MAST students are encouraged to pursue at least one minor, usually in Anthropology, English, Diving, Museum Studies or History, and many earn two.

　　Employers understand that students of the liberal arts bring advanced comprehensive problem-solving capabilities to the job market. Upon graduation with the MAST degree, students have acquired valuable critical thinking, reasoning, and communication skills. They are prepared for a diverse choice of fields including, but not limited to, oil and gas administration, environmental management, state and federal agencies, historical and non-profit foundations, museums conservation and administration, mass and niche communication, nautical and contract archaeology, journalism, education, management, law school, and graduate studies in related fields. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

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Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	College Station
Fall (August), 2024	College Station
Spring (January), 2025	College Station
Fall (August), 2025	College Station
Spring (January), 2026	College Station

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Texas A and M University - College Station

Your transcript(s) must have an original signature of a school official (Registrar, Principal, Controller of Examinations or the Ministry of Education) or an original school seal.

　　All foreign transcripts must include an English translation or credential evaluation prepared by a recognized service and include all original seals and/or signatures.

　　Minimum TOEFL i-BT score of 80

　　Minimum TOEFL Essentials score of 8.5

　　Minimum SAT Evidence Based Reading and Writing (EBRW) score of 560

　　Minimum ACT English score of 21

　　Minimum IELTS Academic test score of 6.0 overall band (Texas A&M University does not accept the IELTS General test)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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