Miami,
FL,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Professional Science - Tropical Marine Ecosystem Management in Miami United States | University of Miami
University of Miami
|
Miami United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
43,578
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The Master of Professional Science (MPS) program equips students for scientific careers across industries, government agencies, and non-profits, where job opportunities are expanding. These degrees were created nationally to meet employer needs for versatile, skilled professionals with both theoretical knowledge and hands-on abilities to tackle environmental challenges and enhance stewardship of natural and cultural assets. Designed for efficiency, the program enables students to finish certain specializations in just 12 months while gaining the practical training required to excel in today's competitive science job market
.The Tropical Marine Ecosystem Management specialization within the MPS program offers comprehensive education in tropical marine ecology principles alongside career-ready practical skills. The theoretical curriculum examines coastal benthic ecosystems found in tropical and subtropical zones globally (including coral reefs, seagrass beds, and mangrove forests), with particular attention to conservation challenges. Hands-on training covers field techniques, species identification (vertebrates, invertebrates, algae, and marine plants), GIS applications for shallow marine environments, AAUS-certified scientific diving, and DOI-approved small vessel operation. This specialization provides ideal training for technical roles in marine conservation, ecosystem science, and resource management with various governmental bodies, research institutions, and environmental organizations.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Personal Statement: Please make sure you address your track of choice, and all relevant field, lab, and work experience (past and present) in your personal statement, as well as how you envision the MPS program contributing to your professional career and goals.
Transcripts: Please make sure you possess the required undergraduate coursework and/or degree before applying.Applicants must request transcripts from all academic institutions from which credits were awarded, including all study abroad and community colleges.
Letters of Recommendation: Three letters of recommendation are required for admissions consideration. Each applicant must request letters of recommendation from three (3) different references using the guidelines provided in the online application.
IELTS (Academic) – 6.5, TOEFL Internet Based (IBT) – 80, TOEFL Paper Based (PBT) - 550
Tuition
USD
43,578