How to become an oceanographer
Do you have a passionate interest in the ocean? Would you like to contribute to society by working on complex issues related to our seas? If so, oceanography might be the right field for you. Oceanographers at SMHI work on a wide range of topics concerning our adjacent seas and coasts.
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As an oceanographer at SMHI, you can work on a wide range of issues. To become an oceanographer, you need to study for at least three years at a university. It is also common to pursue a master's degree. During your studies, you will cover a lot of physics and mathematics. Some opt for a pure physical oceanography education, while others may focus more on climate or, for example, marine biology and chemistry.
Here, you can study oceanography
Oceanographers at SMHI come from various backgrounds, but here are a few examples of relevant programmes:
Stockholm University
Bachelor's Programme in Meteorology, Oceanography, and Climate Physics
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University of Gothenburg
Bachelor's Programme in Marine Science External link.