MMP Marine Policy at University of Delaware

Entry requirements

Marine Policy Degrees | College of Earth, Ocean and Environment | University of Delaware The Marine Policy Program examines the economic, legal, political, and social aspects of the world ocean, the seabed, and the coastal zone. Students and faculty in the program analyze public issues regarding the law of the sea, ports and shipping, marine minerals, ocean and coastal zone management, fisheries, Naval affairs, marine biotechnology, and the global environment, frequently making recommendations for policy at the regional, national, and international level. Juris Doctor—Master in Marine Policy joint degree All students in the M.M.P. program are required to complete a minimum of 30 graduate credits. A course outside of the Marine Policy Program and the student's area of concentration is also required. Students pursuing this degree must write an analytical paper. Students shall defend their analytical paper in an open oral examination chaired by the advisor. Student committees are composed of the faculty advisor and a minimum of two other faculties from the school.