Min

Aquatic and Marine Biology

Required

BI 151 – Introduction to Ecology and Evolution Credits: 4
BI 205 – Communications in the Biological Sciences Credits: 4
BI 240 – Aquatic Biology Credits: 4

Choose one upper-level population biology course:

BI 260 – Behavioral Ecology Credits: 4
BI 342 – Community Ecology Credits: 4
BI 355 – Evolution Credits: 4

And choose one course or academic experience:

This requirement can be met by a range of courses and academic experiences specifically in salt-water or other aquatic environments as pre-approved by the Chair of Biology. Examples include:

BI 237 – Coastal Biology of Ireland Credits: 2
BI 420 – Biological Research Credits: Variable (on an aquatic topic)
One additional upper-level population biology course from the list above
Courses taken as part of Study Abroad programs such as Marine Biology or Biology of Marine Mammals
SEA Semester
Summer internship in aquatic biology
Summer research at SMC on aquatic systems

About

The Aquatic and Marine biology program at Saint Michael’s College combines a strong education in biology, hands-on work with our local partners and study abroad courses and internships that relate to aquatic systems to provide a deep knowledge of the biology of freshwater and saltwater systems.

With established relationships with ECHO Lake Aquarium, US Fish and Wildlife, Mystic Aquarium and Associates of Cape Cod Inc., the program is well placed to help students explore the varied aquatic systems across New England, as well as provide internship opportunities. An annual summer course, the Coastal Biology of Ireland, also allows students to expand their interest on a global scale.

The Aquatic biology minor is designed to complement a Saint Michael’s students expertise in any field of study, allowing a diverse and varied academic experience.

Coastal Biology of Ireland

Check out the blog from the 2024 trip to Ireland for the Coastal Biology of Ireland course and learn about the special opportunities this program offers.

Read the blog