The Department of Oceanography provides exceptional interdisciplinary teaching and research in biological oceanography, chemical oceanography, geological oceanography and physical oceanography. By advancing discovery and understanding of the ocean sciences, technology and resources, we are preparing the next generation of citizens and ocean scientists for the challenges facing a growing human population with limited resources and a reliance on the oceans.

Our faculty and students strategically collaborate with ocean scientists throughout the Texas A&M University System, including the Marine Biology and Marine and Coastal Environmental Sciences departments at Texas A&M Galveston, the Texas A&M Geochemical and Environmental Research Group (GERG), the Gulf of Mexico Coastal Ocean Observing System (GCOOS), the Gulf Coast Core Repository and Texas Sea Grant.

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The Department of Oceanography explores the world to investigate the defining questions of the oceans’ future, present and past. The interdisciplinary work being done by the researchers in the department is more relevant and crucial than ever before. The faculty in the Department of Oceanography are making global strides in their research areas, participating in active research programs around the world.

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Modern oceanography provides innumerable opportunities not only in specialized fields in biology, chemistry, geology and physics, but also in integrated, multi-disciplinary work in the geosciences.

Learn about our summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program, "Observing the Ocean," funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF).

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Kailey Rettmann’s SMART Scholarship-for-Service award, offering full tuition, stipends and a guaranteed job with the Department of Defense, has made a significant change in her life. Paired with hands-on experience in Texas A&M's Department of Oceanography, it’s setting her on a promising path in the world of oceanography.

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Dr. Ping Chang and Dr. Bani Mallick are among 18 Texas A&M System faculty members honored with the 2023-2024 Regents Professor Award recognizing exemplary contributions to the A&M System and people of Texas.

Texas A&M University oceanography professors Chrissy Wiederwohl and Shari Yvon-Lewis listen to a speaker while seated at a table at the Texas A&M Oceanography 75th Anniversary Gala, held September 20, 2024, at The George Hotel in College Station, Texas

The oldest oceanography department in the nation commemorated its 75th anniversary in September, bringing together former students, faculty and friends for a weekend celebration of the department's rich history and equally bright future.

The Geochemical and Environmental Research Group (GERG) conducts basic and applied research for both private and government entities in the fields of ocean science, environmental sciences and resource geosciences.