淡水和海洋生物学专业为学生提供课程和动手实践经验，以使其为水生科学领域的就业或研究生培训做好准备。我们位于伊利湖岸边，使Gannon成为学习水生系统，获得宝贵的实习经验并确保毕业后就业的理想场所。随着对水资源的需求增加，对水生科学家的需求有望增长。我们的教师让学生参与基于实地的实验室研究的机会，以提供满足该需求所需的培训。
Earth's water resources are in increasingly high demand and so are aquatic scientists. Gannon's freshwater and marine biology program will immerse you in the wonders of aquatic life, prepare you to solve diverse environmental problems, sustain marine life, and obtain careers studying freshwater or marine ecosystems. Delve into exciting careers in aquatic ecology, marine biology, fisheries biology, environmental science and more.<br><br>Region's only freshwater and marine biology program.<br>Accessibility to Lake Erie, the world's 11th largest lake based on surface area.<br>Opportunities to earn academic credit through a travel course in the Bahamas.<br><br>Gain real-world knowledge through key freshwater and marine biology courses including:<br>Limnology: ,Study the biota of fresh waters through modern limnological techniques with emphasis on Lake Erie and Presque Isle Bay<br>Tropical Marine Biology: Take coursework in the Bahamas to explore ecological systems including coral reefs, mangroves, beaches, tidal pools and inland habitats.<br>Biology Research I and II: Design and facilitate a faculty-supervised research project that will prepare you for real-world opportunities.<br><br>Achieve the Possibilities<br>Students will experience a high-quality scientific education and undergraduate research that will enable success in the rigors of graduate school or a future career. Students in Gannon's freshwater and marine biology program can:<br><br>Pursue valuable field internships with organizations such as Presque Isle State Park, Department of Environmental Protection, and the PA Fish and Boat commission.<br>Focus coursework in freshwater and marine biology to prepare for employment or graduate training in the field of aquatic science.