We more or less love the ocean and this going near the sea or ocean refreshes our mind and soul. That is why most of the tourists foreigners and citizens love to visit the sea sides and this sea side and ocean side is famous as a true tourist destination. There are subjects that are new in our country whose departments have been open in many of our Universities in Bangladesh. Oceanography is one of such subjects.
What is Oceanography?
The study infused with the ocean, marine creatures and biodiversity, marine environment, and physical and chemical ocean properties is known as Oceanography. In fact, it discusses all about the sea and ocean characteristics. Oceanography is a diversified topic to know in detail about the ocean and to have appropriate knowledge about this issue.
Bangladeshi Universities where oceanography is taught
In Bangladesh, the following universities have Oceanography departments which are given below:
1. Dhaka University
2. Chittagong University
3. Rajshahi University
4. Shahjalal University of Science and Technology (SUST)
What things are taught in Oceanography?
BSc in Oceanography has the following course criteria divided into four major parts which are Biological Oceanography,Chemical Oceanography,Physical Oceanography and Geological Oceanography.
The Chemical Oceanography discusses about the chemical elements,their reaction and properties.
The Biological Oceanography introduces about the bio-diversity,eco-habitat and lifestyle of ocean organisms.
Physical Oceanography deals with temperature,density,tides and wave effects,weather etc.
Geological oceanography teaches us about the geology of the ocean.
There are chances to obtain higher degree about all of these topics.
Is Oceanography worth it to study in Bangladesh?
Many countries are landblock like Nepal,Bhutan and Kazakistan. They do not have the sea.Sea is a gift to the country for its resources,fishes and also for maintaining a suitable temperature all over.So,Bangladesh is being good fate getting the prominent Bay of Bengal.So there is a great opportunity for the students who study oceanography in Bangladeshi Universities.
In Bangladesh,though most of the researches have been conducted focusing on the living organisms both plants,animals and fishes of sea,but a big part is unknown still about the chemical,physical and geological inspections of Bay of Bengal.Much needed of research in these areas.Because sea is a massive source of resource.And the country which can utilize its resources fully can grow into a venture and supremacy of development.As,the Bay of Bengal`s chemical,physical and geological characteristics needed much exploration,much needed oceanography students in these areas.So,there are ample opportunities for a Bangladesh student in Oceanography to work as a researcher and teacher.
Career prospects for a Oceanography student in Bangladesh
Focusing the career of Bangladeshi Oceanography students,research of the resources of Bay of Bengal and its proper utilization,the Government of Bangladesh has set up Bangladesh Oceanographic Research Institute(BORI) .Fresh graduates have an ample opportunity to work in here.
Moreover,the ongoing world is approaching towards a blue economy and developed countries are investing much on the sea resources exploration,research and its utilization.So, in western countries there are good opportunities for higher studies and masters and also Phd and work as a mentor or researcher in universities.
Besides ,there are also many government and non government organizations which work on environment where Oceanography students are recruited.
Besides,Oceanography students can go into any cadre of BCS(Bangladesh Civil Service) and work as government employees.
New area, less competition!!
Subjects such as Oceanography is a new arena in Bangladesh.So,here competiton is less in the job fields and so it is easier to go to a new position higher promotion easily compared to other common and old subjects where competition is less.
If you are a passionate sea lover,you are encouraged to go to the Oceanography subject.As it has new prospects,opportunities and good growth to excel into a new chapter of our world arena.
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Writer,
Amir Uddin Ahmed
Intern
Content Writing Department,
YSSE