Marine Biology Degree
Collecting Data
One of our students snorkeling during a class at Dauphin Island Sea Laboratory. She is collecting behavioral data on damselfish.
Catching Sharks
One of the many adventures that students down at DISL will have is long-lining, catching sharks with a long fishing line. This photo was taken off the coast of Gulf Shores, AL.
Reef near St. Andrews
Another adventure is snorkeling at a reef off St. Andrews, Florida.
The marine biology major is designed for students who want to prepare for careers in marine or aquatic biology or who plan to pursue Master's degrees or Ph.D.s in these fields. Core courses for the major are offered on campus, while specialized courses such as Marine Botany, Marine Vertebrate Zoology, Marine Invertebrate Zoology, and Marine Ecology are conducted at the Dauphin Island Sea Laboratory (DISL) near Mobile, Alabama. Students interested in this major should consult with our DISL Liaison, Dr. Emily Kasl (ekasl@una.edu), early on regarding courses, prerequisites, special arrangements, and additional costs. The major also requires extra coursework in mathematics up to calculus and physics. There are several course option blocks available, depending on your goals with the degree.