About the course

The Scripps Institution of Oceanography department offers graduate degrees in Oceanography, Marine Biology, and Earth Sciences. A graduate student's work will be concentrated in one of three tentative program areas: Climate-Ocean-Atmosphere Program, Geosciences of the Earth, Oceans, and Planets, or Ocean Biosciences Program. The interdisciplinary nature of research in marine and earth sciences is emphasized. Students are encouraged to take courses from various UC San Diego departments, and to pursue interdisciplinary research projects. The M.S. degree is for those who have an interest in studying a specific area of marine science. The M.S. program consists of at least 36 units, culminating in a master's thesis. The 36 total units includes 24 units of coursework and 12 units of independent research. Students typically complete the program in one-and-a-half to two years and should expect to fund themselves for the duration of their program. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

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

　　Duration: 3 Semester(s)Fees: US$49,518

Intake	Location
Fall (September), 2024	La Jolla
Fall (September), 2025	La Jolla

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of California - San Diego

The following documents are required for a successful application:

　　Statement of Purpose

　　Submitted with electronic application

　　Maximum 2 pages, 2500 word limit, no smaller than 10-point font

　　State and justify your interest in research areas and Scripps faculty

　　Discuss why you are interested in these areas and how your experiences (academic or otherwise) are relevant to your continuing academic studies. Include any research experience or publications you have and list any skills not otherwise noted in your application.

　　Explain why you choose to become a graduate student and why you choose the Scripps Institution of Oceanography.

　　Demonstrated proficiency in the English language is required for all international applicants whose native language is not English and who have not studied full-time for one uninterrupted academic year at a university-level institution in which English is the language of instruction and in a country in which English is a dominant language.

　　The minimum IELTS score is Band 7.0

　　The minimum TOEFL score for admission is 85 for the Internet Based Test and 64 for the Paper Based Test.

　　Successful applicants must hold a bachelor's degree or the equivalent from an accredited institution in the United States or from a recognized university-level academic institution abroad and at least a B average (3.0 GPA) or its equivalent by the time they enroll.

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 85.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of California - San Diego. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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