How long does it take to become a marine biologist?

Marine biology students take courses that focus on oceanography, marine vegetation, marine invertebrates, marine vertebrates, and marine ecology. Many of the schools that offer marine biology programs are located near an ocean. read more

Like all scientists, marine biologists pursue a vigorous education that includes undergraduate and graduate study. As undergraduates, most prospective marine biologists study biology or zoology, and some choose majors in marine biology. Studying marine biology as an undergraduate is not a prerequisite to becoming a marine biologist, however. read more

How to Become a Biologist. Two Parts: Getting an Education Choosing an Employment Sector Community Q&A. Biologists study living organisms and how they relate to the environment. Colleges and universities, government agencies, pharmaceutical companies, conservation groups, and many other sites hire biologists. read more

You can become a marine biologist with a degree (even a two year degree) in almost any biological subject. It is possible to get a specific"Marine Biology" degree, but I've been a marine biologist for decades and my degrees are in Biology. read more