Through interdisciplinary research, engaged teaching and public outreach, the College of Earth, Ocean and Environment (CEOE) advances the understanding of Earth’s natural systems and human connections to the environment.
The college produces well-rounded scholars with the broad vision and background necessary to address our most pressing global challenges, including issues such as climate change, globalization and migration, marine pollution, watershed degradation, energy independence, fisheries decline and more. Graduates understand the complex interactions of these areas in real-world situations and master advanced work in an area of specialty.
Our multidisciplinary approach enables students to handle complex issues and gain a competitive advantage in the workforce. Alumni now provide intellectual leadership in the areas of physical and human geography, earth sciences, marine biosciences, marine policy, oceanography, and physical ocean science and engineering.
CEOE offers both field and laboratory research programs in two locations: UD’s main campus in Newark and the Hugh R. Sharp Campus in Lewes. Students may live at either location depending on the nature of their research and the location of their advisor.
Explore the links below for a full listing of graduate degree programs in each academic unit.
Research Centers and Affiliated Programs
Graduate students conduct research on critical environmental issues under the guidance of award-winning faculty and research scientists. On-campus state-of-the-art facilities and resources, including a fleet of research vessels, enable students and faculty to stay at the leading edge of their respective fields.
CEOE is also home to a wide range of affiliated programs including the Delaware Sea Grant College Program, the Delaware Geological Survey, the Gerard J. Mangone Climate Change Science and Policy Hub, the Office of the State Climatologist, the Center for Environmental Monitoring and Analysis, and the Delaware Environmental Observing System, all of which accept students for exciting research and engagement opportunities.
Certificate Programs
Designed for students and early career professionals, four certificate programs offer highly marketable experience and technical skills.
Geographic Information Science (GIS)
Minerals, Materials and Society
Wind Power Science, Engineering and Policy
Environmental Consulting
No active programs available.
