School of Marine
Science & Policy
The School of Marine Science and Policy (SMSP) is committed to advancing knowledge critical to the understanding, stewardship, and conservation of estuarine, coastal and ocean environments. An internationally-recognized faculty and multidisciplinary curriculum offers SMSP students exciting opportunities in the classroom, lab and beyond.
Watch: Charting a Dynamic Ocean
University of Delaware alumna and Hubbs-SeaWorld Chief Scientist Dr. Danielle Haulsee presents "Charting a Dynamic Ocean: A Career in Tracking Fish, Robots, and a Changing Ocean Environment," made possible by the extraordinary generosity of Patricia Orris Robertson and Charles W. Robertson Jr.
Learn more about Patricia and Charles Robertson's $5 million commitment to support graduate research
Danielle Haulsee: Charting a Dynamic Ocean: youtube.com/watch?v=ya1k-oBaExE
Academic Programs
UNDERGRAD PROGRAMS
Marine Science - Marine Biology Concentration (B.S.)
Marine Science - Oceanography Concentration (B.S.)
MASTER'S PROGRAMS
Environmental Economics (M.S.)
Environmental Science and Management (M.S.)
Marine BioSciences (M.S.)
Marine Policy (M.M.P.)
Marine Studies - Oceanography Concentration (M.S.)
Marine Studies Physical Ocean Science and Engineering Concentration (M.S.)
ALUMNI & FRIENDS
support smsp
Our department depends strongly on alumni and friends to augment state funding and support from research contracts and grants. Gifts from individuals, businesses, and foundations empower us to provide our students with the finest education possible. Your gift helps make big dreams come true for the Blue Hen community on campus and beyond!
FEATURED ACADEMIC PROGRAM
Majoring in Marine Science
If you want to understand life on Earth, you have to understand the ocean. Not only are most living creatures actually in the ocean that covers two-thirds of the planet, but many of Earth’s major processes are also connected to its physical properties. Studying marine science at UD, you will learn marine biology, oceanography, geology, and other related sciences, as well as policy and environmental management.
News and events
LATEST NEWS
For the Record, Friday, April 11, 2025
UD doctoral student Tianyu Zhou spent month at sea on research cruise to the Arctic
UD students use autonomous robots to help map the Hugh R. Sharp Campus in Lewes
UD, Project Recover help bring home lost WWII aviator
For the Record, Friday, Sept. 27, 2024
University of Delaware community reports new honors, publications, presentations, appointments
University of Delaware community reports new honors, publications, presentations, service