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School Of Marine And Atmospheric Sciences

Marine Vertebrate Biology

Why Study Marine Vertebrate Biology?

Passionate about studying and conserving marine animals? Then the Marine Vertebrate Biology major is for you! You'll gain a solid background in basic biology with an emphasis on marine vertebrate organisms such as fish, sharks, sea birds, sea turtles and marine mammals. Opportunities for experiential learning are plentiful through field and laboratory courses taught at or near the Stony Brook campus and from a field station at the Stony Brook Southampton campus. The Marine Vertebrate Biology major provides a strong foundation for students who wish to pursue graduate (including veterinary medicine) studies.

AREAS OF STUDY:

Strong foundation in biology, chemistry, math, and physics
Zoology and Vertebrate Biology
Focused courses on: fish, marine mammals, sea turtles, sea birds, and apex predators
Wide variety of electives including marine conservation and hands-on courses in animals rehabilitation

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SAMPLE COURSES:

Marine Mammals
Marine Apex Predators
Marine Mammal & Sea Turtle Rehabilitation
Biology & Conservation of Seabirds

ADMISSION INFO:

As a non-restricted major, there are no additional admission requirements for this program. Please review the general admission criteria related to how you are applying.

After Graduation

Your college decision isn't really about the next four years. We get it. It’s about what doors are opened by your degree and whether those opportunities are what you had envisioned for yourself. Nearly 95% of SBU grads are employed or go to professional or graduate school. Here's a snapshot of what life after graduation looks like for some of them.