海洋保护专业硕士学位为学生提供了有关海洋科学和保护理论方面以及开始该领域职业所需的实践方面的高级培训。该学位课程的独特之处在于，学生可以设计一门课程，强调自己的个人目标和兴趣，同时专注于针对当前海洋生态系统和生物威胁的创新解决方案。该计划的目标是在海洋领域内推进保护工作，科学素养和沟通，公众宣传和整合以及教育。该计划的实际情况因人而异，但可能包括接触现场方法和技术，GIS和浅海海洋环境的遥感，环境影响报告的制定，沿海法，社交媒体的发展，科学传播和统计用于环境管理。<br> <br>该计划包括两个学期的课程
The Master of Professional Science (MPS) degree prepares students for science careers in industry, government, and non-profit organizations, where employment demands are growing. MPS degrees were developed and implemented nationally in response to employer demands for well-rounded, highly trained employees with a breadth of knowledge and practical skills to address emerging environmental issues and improve the management of natural and cultural resources. The curriculum is structured to allow students to complete their degree in as little as 12 months (for select tracks), with the training and real-world experience necessary to prepare them for careers in today's professional science job market.<br><br>The Professional Master Degree in Marine Conservation provides students with advanced training in both the theoretical aspects of marine science and conservation, as well as the practical aspects required to begin a career in this field. This degree track is unique in that students design a curriculum that emphasizes their personal goals and interests, while focusing on innovative solutions to current marine ecosystem and organism threats. The goal of the track is to advance conservation efforts, scientific literacy and communication, public outreach and integration, and education within the marine realm. Practical aspects of the program will vary between individuals but may include exposure to field methods and techniques, GIS and remote sensing of shallow water marine environments, the development of environmental impact statements, coastal law, the development of social media, scientific communication, and statistics for environmental management.