Oceanology

Oceanology is a fascinating journey into the depths of our planet's waters, offering you an unparalleled understanding of marine ecosystems, geology, and biology. This course equips you with essential hard skills such as biostatistics, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), technical writing, risk assessment, knowledge of marine legislation, and project management—all vital tools for careers in marine research, engineering, or conservation.


By studying oceanology, you can pursue exciting careers as a marine biologist, marine engineer, marine chemist, ecologist, marine geologist, or even an oceanographer. Whether you're conducting groundbreaking research, designing innovative technologies, or protecting our oceans and their diverse inhabitants, this field promises a world of opportunities to make a tangible impact on our planet.


Beyond technical prowess, oceanology requires soft skills such as effective verbal and written communication, detail-oriented thinking, leadership, interpersonal skills, and creative problem-solving. If you're captivated by the mystery of the deep sea and driven to contribute to its protection and preservation, this course is your first step towards making a real difference in marine conservation efforts.


Helpful subjects:
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Mathematics
English

Hard Skills

  1. Biostatistics
  2. Geographic Information Systems
  3. Technical writing
  4. Risk assessment
  5. Knowledge of legislation related to the marine sector
  6. Project management

Soft Skills

  1. Verbal and written communication
  2. Detail-oriented
  3. Stamina and endurance for fieldwork
  4. Leadership
  5. Interpersonal skills
  6. Creative thinking

Average Starting Salary

MYR 6,582

Career paths

  • Marine biologist
  • Marine technician
  • Marine researcher
  • Marine chemist
  • Marine engineer
  • Ecologist
  • Marine geologist
  • Oceanographer
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