MPS Ocean Sciences at University of Miami

Programme overview

The Master of Professional Science (M.P.S.) in Ocean Sciences (OCE) program offers two tracks: Applied Remote Sensing and Natural Hazards and Catastrophes. The routine use of remote sensing techniques has become an indispensable element of many activities in our modern world. A huge variety of sensors on satellites, airplanes, unmanned aerial vehicles (“drones”), and other platforms provide data for a variety of applications on a regular basis.

Faculty: Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science | Duration: 30 credits | Location: Coral Gables, FL, United States

Career pathways

The Applied Remote Sensing (ARS) track offered by the Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science and the Center for Southeastern Tropical Advanced Remote Sensing (CSTARS) provides theoretical knowledge and experiential learning for careers in the field of remote sensing in both public and private sectors.

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Application information

Entry requirements

General Prerequisites: Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) or Bachelor of Arts degree (B.A.). Note to students: Deficiencies in required coursework may be considered on a case-by-case basis for otherwise highly qualified students or those demonstrating experience with these skills. All application requirements are available here . Applied Remote Sensing Track. Additional Prerequisites: Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) in Mathematics, Physics, Geosciences, Engineering, or an equivalent degree. Successful completion of the following (or equivalent) undergraduate courses: calculus, statistics, physics. Basic experience in computer programming (e.g., Matlab, Python). Natural Hazards and Catastrophes Track. Additional Prerequisites: At least one of the following: one semester of statistics or calculus or six (6) credits in geoscience.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Most on-campus graduate programmes apply through the Graduate School online application; the application fee is $85 for Architecture, Arts and Sciences, Communication, Education and Human Development, Engineering, Miller School of Medicine and Rosenstiel School programmes, and $100 for Miami Herbert Business School and Frost School of Music programmes. Nursing applies through NursingCAS; Law, MD, Physical Therapy and Public Health Sciences use their own application portals.

Apply through the official page: https://mps.earth.miami.edu/apply-now/index.html

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