Biology subject in 10+2 is quite important here. A student can either pursue B.Sc. (Hons) in Aquaculture or B.Sc. (Hons) in Biological Sciences or B.Sc. (Hons) in Life Sciences for 3 years. Either of these degrees will form a fine base for a student to pursue further specialization.
Based on their interest and aptitude, students can further pursue M.Sc. in Marine Biology or M.Sc. in Oceanography for 2 years. This involves practical training, work exposure and learning specialized knowledge in one of the branches of Marine Biology. After completing the masters degree, a student can either opt for a Ph.D. degree course (for academics and research), or else, they can also work as a marine biologist.
1. Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kerala 2. Karnataka University, Karnataka 3. Andhra Pradesh University, Waltair 4. Annamalai University, TamilNadu 5. Pondicherry University, TamilNadu 6. Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat 7. National Institute of Oceanography, Panaji 8. Indian Maritime University, Coimbatore
Marine biologists study life in the oceans, and sometimes the oceans themselves. They may investigate the behavior and physiological processes of marine species, or the diseases and environmental conditions that affect them. They may also assess the impacts of human activities on marine life. Many marine biologists work under job titles such as wildlife biologist, zoologist, fish and wildlife biologist, fisheries biologist, aquatic biologist, conservation biologist, and biological technician. Marine biologists study marine organisms in their natural habitats. They may investigate a population's behaviors or physiology. Or, they may assess the condition of habitats, and the effects of human activity on those animals and habitats. Their research typically involves conducting species inventories, testing and monitoring sea creatures exposed to pollutants, collecting and testing ocean samples, preserving specimens and samples of unknown species and diseases, and mapping the distribution, ranges, or movements of marine populations. In some cases, they may recommend alternative industrial practices to minimize negative effects on marine species and habitats. They may also communicate their findings and recommendations by writing reports and scientific journal articles.
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