Overview

After graduating the Biology - Marine Biology program of the Southeast Missouri State University employment may be found with national and state conservation and resource management agencies, park services, environmental consulting agencies, and zoological parks, among others. This option includes course work to be taken at the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory (GCRL) or another comparable institution.

What You'll Do

Meet one-on-one, with their advisor, Dr. Michael Taylor or Dr. Timothy Judd, each semester to assess their progress in the program and toward their post-graduation goals.

Take a core of courses that will prepare them for any area of biology.

Take rigorous coursework in marine biology, marine ecology, invertebrate zoology and animal biology, which will prepare them for advanced study or employment.

Select additional option courses in plant biology or microbiology, aquatic ecology, management of wildlife populations, ichthyology, conservation biology and more.

Take at least one course at a marine laboratory such as the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory.

Be required to complete 80 hours of experiential learning, usually in field studies or internships.

Complete additional course work in oceanography, physics, organic chemistry and calculus in order to qualify them for employment.

Attend classes in the newly renovated Magill Hall furnished with state-of-the-art equipment.

Have access to the Miller Reserve Wetlands Restoration project, the Kelso Wildlife Sanctuary and the Reis Biological Research Station.

Internships & Career Opportunities

Aquarium Technician

Conservation Agent

Laboratory Assistant

Marine Fisheries Biologist

Park Service Naturalist

Biological Oceanographer

Field Technician

Marine Biologist

Marine Mammal Trainer

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Evolution & Ecology

Oceanography

Marine Evolutionary Ecology

Animal Biology

Marine Ecology and Conservation

Invertebrate Zoology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-07-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-01-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-11-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

61

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Microbiology Marine Studies View 689 other Bachelors in Microbiology in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

61

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Successful completion of Level 5 of Southeast’s IEP.

English proficiency tests

Diploma from a U.S. high school

Diploma from an international school with U.S. regional accreditation

Diploma from IB curriculum school whose sole medium of instruction is English

Diploma from a non-U.S. high school/secondary education where English language is the sole medium of instruction.

SAT test score of 450 or higher on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section.

A score of 21 or better Combined English/Writing score on the ACT Plus Writing test

Successful completion of Level 112 in the ELS Language School

Other proof of English proficiency may be considered on an individual basis.

Tuition Fee

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International

15585 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15585 USD per year during 48 months.
National

14331 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14331 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

7761 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7761 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Cape Girardeau

800 - 1300 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Biology - Marine Biology.

Available Scholarships

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