Introduction With the need for complete and optimum utilisation of natural resources attention has been drawn to the resources under the sea. They study the seas, its coastline, estuaries, coastal waters, shelves and the ocean bed. Their work incorporates the scientific knowledge of biology, chemistry, physics, geology, geophysics and the application of mathematics, engineering science along with the use of computers. Working Conditions Oceanographers work in onshore laboratories, offices and aquariums. The job incorporates conducting studies on samples collected from the sea, preparing plans for sea trips and teaching. Personality The work requires an enquiring mind, good observation, ability to deal with details and meticulous work. Courses & Work Area Che, Bio, Phy, Geological, Marine (Find Petroleum/Mineral Deposits) Bachelors/Masters in Marine Chemistry / Marine Science / Marine Bio-Tech