Scientific Writing in Marine Biology

Course Details

  • Acronym

    MARBIO 305

  • Quarter

    Autumn 2025

  • Credits

    3

  • Fulfills

    Communications

  • Gen Ed Credits

    (W) Additional writing

  • Prerequisites

    (One course meeting the English Composition requirement)

Course Description

Fundamentals of writing from construction to description to metaphor; Dissecting scientific papers to understand form, format and content; learning to build a well-crafted piece of science writing for the public. Students will practice the craft of writing daily, developing and revising compelling arguments supported by scientific evidence.

Registration restriction: MARBIO majors only

Major requirements: Communications

Minor requirements: None