Marine Biology

They study plants, animals and micro – organisms that live in the sea. A marine biologist collects and analyzes biological data, study plant life, identify animal species and their behavior, research environmental effects, communicate to the public, etc.

Direction

Stream Graduation After Graduation After Post Graduation
Path 1
 Clear Class XII with Science Stream Pursue B.Sc. (Hons) in Aquaculture or B.Sc. (Hons) in Biological Sciences or B.Sc. (Hons) in Life Sciences for 3 years Pursue M.Sc. in Marine Biology or M.Sc. in Oceanography for 2 years Pursue M.Sc. in Marine Biology or M.Sc. in Oceanography for 2 years

Personality Traits

  1. Interest, Curiosity and appreciation for marine environment & its inhabitants
  2. Analytical & problem – solving ability
  3. Must have an inquiring mind, and enthusiasm for work
  4. Strong organizational and computer skills
  5. Ability to conduct research
  6. Attention to detail and excellent observation skills
  7. Good written communication skills
  8. Ability to work as part of team

Job Prospects

  1. Government & conservation agencies
  2. Environmental laboratories
  3. Marine laboratories
  4. Water industry
  5. Coastal authorities
  6. Seaweed growing companies
  7. Fisheries
  8. Universities/ Colleges
  9. Aquarium

Prominent Colleges

  • Institute
  • Centre for Atmospheric Sciences, New Delhi
  • National Institute of Oceanography, Goa
  • Cochin University of Science & Technology, Kochi
  • Pondicherry University, Puducherry
  • Centre for Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, Indian Institute of Science (IIsc), Bengaluru
  • Indian Maritime Institute, Chennai
  • University of Madras, Chennai
  • Berhampur University, Orissa
  • Mangalore University, Mangalore
  • Annamalai University, Tamil Nadu