M.Sc Physical Oceanography

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Master of Science in Physical Oceanography

Duration

2 Years

Level

Post Graduation

Type

Degree

Eligibility

Graduation

M.Sc Physical Oceanography or Master of Science in Physical Oceanography is a postgraduate oceanography course. Physical oceanography is the broad study of physical conditions and processes that occur in the ocean, particularly the movements and physical qualities of ocean waters. The Master of Science program in Physical Oceanography lasts two years and is career-oriented, opening up various employment in both the government and corporate sectors upon graduation. The Physical Oceanography course's goal is to offer students a vast ocean of in-depth information.

M.Sc Physical Oceanography Eligibility

  • Candidates should have passed a Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
  • The students should have secured a minimum of 50% aggregate marks or equivalent in their Bachelor's.

M.Sc Physical Oceanography Syllabus

Syllabus of Physical Oceanography course as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

M.Sc Physical Oceanography Semester-I

Sr. No. 

Subjects of Study

1

Descriptive Physical Oceanography

2

General Meteorology

3

Introduction to Oceanography

4

Mathematics and Statistics

5

Elective-I

  • Calculus
  • Geophysical Fluid Dynamics

6

Practicals

  • Fortran Computer Programming and MATLAB
  • Meteorological Data Analysis

M.Sc Physical Oceanography Semester-II

1

Dynamical Oceanography

2

Oceans and Climate

3

Ocean Waves and Tides

4

Remote Sensing of Oceans

5

Elective-II

  • Oceanographic Instruments
  • Marine Bio-geochemical Processes

6

Elective-III

  • Analytical Methods in Marine Environment
  • Climate Change and Polar Science
  • Environment and Biodiversity
  • Marine Drugs
  • Marine Biotechnology

7

Practicals

  • Dynamical Oceanography
  • Oceanographic Data Analysis

M.Sc Physical Oceanography Semester-III

1

Air-Sea Interaction

2

Coastal and Estuarine Process

3

Ocean Modelling

4

Elective-IV

  • Coastal Engineering
  • Ocean State Forecasting
  • Coastal Ocean Modelling
  • Coastal Hazards and Management

5

Elective-V

  • Food Safety and Quality Control
  • Fundamentals of Molecular Biology
  • Instrumentation Techniques
  • Marine Geology
  • Marine Chemistry
  • Ornamental Fishes and Aquarium Management

6

Practical

  • Ocean Modelling

M.Sc Physical Oceanography Semester-IV

1

Dissertation

 

M.Sc Physical Oceanography Colleges

M.Sc Physical Oceanography Course Suitability

  • Candidates who aspire to become scientists after completing the master's degree program and doing research studies are also a suitable fit for the course.
  • Applicants should have a love of the sea, seaworthiness, a feeling of adventure, physical stamina, endurance, the capacity to bear boredom and loneliness, a keen and analytical mind, a cooperative temperament to work in a team, and so on.
  • Students should have strong mathematical and scientific capabilities, including observational abilities, as well as good physical health and fitness for fieldwork, the capacity to work independently and collaboratively, and outstanding oral and written communication skills.
  • They must be able to swim and dive, which are both required skills.

How is the M.Sc Physical Oceanography Course Beneficial?

  • M.Sc. in Physical Oceanography candidates can receive scientific knowledge as well as job in a variety of governmental and commercial enterprises.
  • Applicants have high career prospects in other countries since they work in research laboratories and get a lot of information and expertise.
  • Being a teacher, lecturer, or professor is an evergreen career path for them in both the private and public sectors.

M.Sc Physical Oceanography Employment Areas

  • Fishery Survey of India
  • Indian Meteorology Department
  • ISRO
  • Navy
  • Offshore Oil and Gas Industry
  • ONGC
  • University Departments/IIT

M.Sc Physical Oceanography Job Types

  • Geologist
  • Geographer
  • Geophysicist
  • Hydrographer
  • Lecturer / Professor
  • Mining Engineer
  • Marine Environmental Scientist
  • Oceanographer

Advanced Course in M.Sc Physical Oceanography