About the course

Marine and Aquatic Biology is the study of marine and freshwater organisms, their behaviors, and their interactions with the environment. Marine and Aquatic Biology is a subdiscipline of both oceanography and limnology. To best understand aquatic organisms, students are encouraged to acquire an appreciation for the allied disciplines of chemical, physical, and geological oceanography and limnology.

　　The oceans are the final frontier of discovery on Earth. They possess vast untapped resources, provide a global transportation network for commerce, and play a pivotal role in moderating Earth?s climate. Likewise, our freshwater resources support both commercial and recreational activities. They serve as readily accessible sources of potable water and influence climate on regional scales. Human activities related to global population growth represent a serious challenge to preserving these important resources. We must build upon our existing knowledge of the ocean and our lakes and their potential to help meet the needs of this and future generations.

　　Career opportunities in the marine and aquatic sciences are exciting and diverse. Graduates may find work with one of the branches of government, in academia with university research labs, with the private sector (consulting, natural resource exploration, aquaculture, recreation), or with a non-governmental organization.

　　The Marine and Aquatic Biology specialization requires completion of a suite of core courses in basic biology, genetics, ecology, and aquatic biology. Elective courses in diverse areas of ecology (Group A) provide more specialized training, while advanced courses in organismal biology (Group B) create depth of knowledge in biodiversity. Courses in areas of cell, molecular, and regulatory biology (Group C) offer breadth of knowledge and training in emerging areas that are advancing our knowledge of the complex interactions amongst organisms in aquatic environments. Finally, applied technical training through experiential learning and focused coursework (Group D) in statistics, GIS, remote sensing independent research, service learning, or internships is also integrated into the 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: 8 Semester(s)Fees: US$78,398

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Bowling Green
Fall (August), 2024	Bowling Green
Spring (January), 2025	Bowling Green
Fall (August), 2025	Bowling Green
Spring (January), 2026	Bowling Green

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Bowling Green State University

For admission to Bowling Green State University, a freshman applicant must:

　　Be a graduate of a senior high school approved or accredited by the department of education of the state in which it is located, OR

　　Have earned high school equivalency through the General Educational Development (GED) testing program (issued by the state department of education), OR

　　Present GED test results and ACT or SAT test results, if the student completed secondary education through an alternative program such as home schooling, OR

　　Present an international baccalaureate diploma or certificate.

　　Admission is selective. In general, we require a high school record that includes four units each of English and mathematics, three units each of science and social studies, two units of a foreign language, and one unit of visual or performing arts.

　　An applicant is considered for admission on the basis of four criteria:

　　High school coursework/curriculum

　　Cumulative grade point average

　　Official ACT or SAT results

　　Class rank

　　You've never attended college or all your college credits were earned prior to high school graduation (College Credit Plus or dual-enrollment)

　　71 TOEFL IBT

　　69 MELAB

　　6.0 IELTS

　　48 Pearson Test of English (PTE)

　　100 Duolingo English Test Score (temporarily accepted through Spring 2024 admission)

　　Completion of ELS Intensive English for Academic Purposes Level 112

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 71.0

　　

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