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Areas of Study

Areas of Study Coastal Studies The study of the coastal and near-shore environment can help answer important questions related to natural hazards, ecosystem dynamics, sediment transport, climate variability, ancient cultures,…

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Curriculum

Curriculum Biological Oceanography students are required to define a course of study for their first two years with the assistance of an Academic Advisory Committee of their choosing. The course…

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Climate Science

Climate Science Members of the faculty in all five disciplines carry out climate-related research. Potential applicants are encouraged to explore research carried out by faculty in each discipline to assess…

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Travel

Travel Intercampus Travel Information about options for travel between MIT and WHOI (JP bus, commercial bus, personal vehicle, carpooling, JP car, MBTA, Zipcar) Conference Travel Funding Resources to help Joint…

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Max Jones

…Outside of “official” graduate program things, Max was a warm and compassionate presence. Max for his tireless commitment to the JP Reps by serving multiple times, and his work to…

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Financial

…purchases that are not available through the student’s principal advisor. Conference Travel Funding A variety of MIT- and WHOI-based resources to support student travel. Competitive Grants for Current Students Student…

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