Academic Programs

Environmental, Coastal, and Ocean Sustainability

At 糖心Vlog, Environmental, Coastal, and Ocean Sustainability is about understanding and protecting the natural world—especially the unique ecosystems of South Florida and our coasts. You’ll explore how land, water, and living systems interact, and learn to solve real-world challenges like climate change, resource management, and sustainable development.

Florida Atlantic stands out for its hands-on approach and strong connections to South Florida’s coastal environment. You’ll work alongside expert faculty and researchers at the Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute and other leading centers. Programs like Semester by the Sea and immersive internships give you direct access to marine science, environmental research, and community partnerships that make a difference locally and globally.

Undergraduate Programs

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Majors/Departments

Undergraduate Certificate Programs

ECOS - Academics

Undergraduate Research Opportunities

Learn about ways to get involved with research as part of your academic journey.

Schmidt College of Science Undergraduate Research Resources

Students have opportunities at every level to join research experiences with expert faculty in a wide variety of disciplines throughout the college鈥檚 eight academic departments.

Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry

The Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry (OURI) serves as a centralized support office for students and faculty who are engaged in undergraduate research and inquiry. OURI offers university-wide programs such as undergraduate research grants, the annual undergraduate research symposium, and the undergraduate research journal.

Semester by the Sea (HBOI)

This one-semester program for undergraduate students offered by Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute and the Department of Biological Sciences is designed to provide undergraduate students an opportunity to broaden their educational experience with a semester-long immersion in marine science, with emphasis on marine biology.

Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute Summer Internship Program

The 10-week program is designed to provide hands-on experience in a range of areas to qualified undergraduate and graduate students.

Graduate Programs

Graduate Certificate Programs