Athens,
GA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Graduate Certificate in Coastal and Oceanographic Engineering in Athens United States | University of Georgia
University of Georgia
|
Athens United States
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Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
24,630
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
This joint program, managed by the College of Engineering and the Department of Marine Sciences, aims to develop both theoretical and hands-on expertise in marine and engineering systems. Graduates earning the certificate will have shown:
Specialized understanding in chosen engineering and marine science fields,
Skills to combine engineering and marine science knowledge,
Capability to perform innovative research in marine settings.
The interdisciplinary curriculum provides three main concentration paths, designed to complement graduate research projects. The Fluid Dynamics & Hydrology track covers measurement and computational modeling of coastal processes, Instrumentation centers on developing and deploying marine sensors, while Ecological and Energy Engineering includes subjects from ocean energy generation to biological and non-biological energy flows.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
UGA will accept satisfactory scores on either the TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo language proficiency examinations. Scores must be reported to UGA electronically by the testing agency.
The minimum TOEFL score requirement: overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing
The minimum IELTS score requirement: overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0
Official admission application
Unofficial transcripts are required for the review process. If accepted, you must submit official transcripts prior to matriculation.
Statement of purpose to include your goals in pursuing graduate study, research experience, names of faculty with whom youd like to work, as well as explanations for any perceived deficiencies in your application.
Contact information for three references who can speak to your academic record and/or research experiences.
International students may be required to show English language proficiency and proof of finances, see the UGA Graduate School site for details.
GRE scores may be submitted using the UGA institutional code 5813.
The minimum TOEFL score requirement: overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing
The minimum IELTS score requirement: overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0
Official admission application
Unofficial transcripts are required for the review process. If accepted, you must submit official transcripts prior to matriculation.
Statement of purpose to include your goals in pursuing graduate study, research experience, names of faculty with whom youd like to work, as well as explanations for any perceived deficiencies in your application.
Contact information for three references who can speak to your academic record and/or research experiences.
International students may be required to show English language proficiency and proof of finances, see the UGA Graduate School site for details.
GRE scores may be submitted using the UGA institutional code 5813.
Tuition
USD
24,630