The School for Marine Sciences & Technology's (SMAST) MS in Marine Science and Technology program emphasizes societal need-driven research and learning in an interdisciplinary environment. The MS program focuses on observations, modeling, experimentation, and theory in the areas of ocean sciences, ocean technology, and marine policy. Students work independently as well as collaboratively with our renowned faculty and some of the most highly regarded oceanographic institutions and may pursue a range of leading-edge research projects in areas that include, but are not limited to, the following: Biochemical cycling Coastal Ecosystem Dynamics and Restoration Computational Modeling Fisheries Science Marine Renewable Energy Ocean Physics