Oceanography (Ph.D.)
The Ph.D degree follows the traditional path of original research in the field of oceanography. The emphasis areas are biological, chemical, geological, and physical oceanography, and the earth and geological sciences. Interdisciplinary studies are emphasized and an integral part of the student experience. The curricula are designed to prepare graduates for professional practice in their area of interest.
Oceanography (Ph.D.)
Description
What is Oceanography at ODU like?
The Ph.D degree follows the traditional path of original research in the field of oceanography. The emphasis areas are biological, chemical, geological, and physical oceanography, and the earth and geological sciences. Interdisciplinary studies are emphasized and an integral part of the student experience. The curricula are designed to prepare graduates for professional practice in their area of interest.
Program Highlights
What makes Oceanography at ODU unique?
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Faculty do active research from here in Hampton Roads to the Arctic and Antarctic
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Many of our graduate students participate in sea-going research expeditions around the world
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Our graduate students present their research at national conferences, including the American Geophysical Union, Ocean Sciences and the Geological Society of America meetings
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Community building is a strong aspect of graduate life in our Department thanks to our active Graduate Student Organization
Careers
What are some careers in this field?
Check out these ideas from ODU Career Development Services and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET). A median salary is the midpoint of what people typically earn—half of those surveyed earned above the median salary, and half earned below.
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
$98,560
MEDIAN SALARY
Teach courses in the physical sciences, except chemistry and physics. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching, and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Environmental Engineers
$91,180
MEDIAN SALARY
Research, design, plan, or perform engineering duties in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental hazards using various engineering disciplines. Work may include waste treatment, site remediation, or pollution control technology.
Natural Sciences Managers
$133,670
MEDIAN SALARY
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.
Computer and Information Research Scientists
$119,570
MEDIAN SALARY
Conduct research into fundamental computer and information science as theorists, designers, or inventors. Develop solutions to problems in the field of computer hardware and software.
Employers
Graduates from this major have gone to work at
NOAA
Courses
What are some courses offered in Oceanography at ODU?
OEAS 610:
Advanced Chemical Oceanography
Chemical properties of seawater; chemical composition of the ocean including major and trace elements, dissolved gases, micronutrient elements, and organic compounds; processes controlling this composition.
OEAS 620:
Advanced Geological Sciences
Survey of marine and terrestrial geology and geophysics; plate tectonics and basin formation; marine sediments and sediment dynamics; marine depositional environments and depositional systems; marine stratigraphy dynamics and the formation of marine basins.
OEAS 551:
Data Collection and Analysis in Oceanography
This course introduces students to the basic oceanographic instruments used to obtain and analyze information by investigating different locations in the Chesapeake Bay. Data obtained with these instruments will be processed and analyzed using the data analysis techniques discussed in class. The data will then be used to answer a particular question related to the temporal and spatial variability in a natural system. Prerequisites: College level calculus and statistics |at least one semester of each).
Requirements
What are the requirements to apply for Oceanography at ODU?
Students entering the Doctor of Philosophy program in Oceanography should meet the minimum university admission requirements (Graduate Admission)
- Passed both parts of the Ph.D. candidacy examination.
- Filed a dissertation prospectus approved by the student’s dissertation committee.
- Completed all formal course work.
- The student must be admitted to candidacy at least 12 months before the time the degree is expected to be received, but usually not before the completion of one-and-a-half years of graduate work.
Cost
Tuition and Fees
Estimated rates for the 2022-23 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Anyone that is not a current Virginia resident will be charged non-resident rates. That includes international students.
Virginia Resident
Per Credit:
$ 571
Non-Resident
Per Credit:
$ 1,394
Technology Delivered Courses Outside Virginia and/or the United States
Per Credit:
$ 595
Ways to Save
Here are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending ODU. For more information visit University Student Financial aid
Scholarships
Dorothy Brown Smith Scholarship for New Students: $30,000, plus tuition, health insurance, and up to $2,000 in research supplies or travel. These scholarships are available to exceptional STEM majors applying to the OEAS M.S. and Ph.D. programs for the first time. Evaluation criteria include: GPA, GRE scores and research experience.
Other scholarships available to current students are listed on the Ocean, Earth, and Atmospheric Sciences site.
Next Steps
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PROFESSOR
Name:
Richard Zimmerman
Location:
337 OCEANOGRAPHY&PHYSICS BLDG, NORFOLK, VA, 23529
Email:
Office:
757-683-5991
Graduate Admissions
Location:
1000 Rollins Hall, Norfolk, VA 23529
Phone Office:
757-683-3685
Fax:
757-683-6512
Email:
gradadmit@odu.edu
International Admissions
Location:
2101 Dragas Hall, Norfolk, VA 23529
Phone Office:
757-683-3701
Fax:
757-683-3651
Email:
intladm@odu.edu
Additional Programs
Are there other programs at ODU I may be interested in?
With over 120 undergraduate programs, 130 graduate programs at the master's, education specialist and doctoral levels plus a wealth of certificate and professional development programs, Old Dominion University has the program for you. Visit our academic program listing page to see other programs ODU has to offer.
How would you like to complete your program?
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