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About the Minor in Naval Science

Offered through the Naval ROTC program in the College of Liberal Arts, the Naval Science minor develops officers in the United States Navy and Marine Corp. Students are not required to be part of the NROTC program to enroll in the Naval Science minor.

Students learn about the history, missions, and capabilities of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps including the concept of seapower, history of the Navy, shipboard navigation, concepts of warfare, and ship systems. Courses are instructed by active duty officers who offer invaluable insight into the inner workings of the Naval Sciences.

Students gain valuable skills in leadership, writing and briefing, problem solving, team-building, conflict management, responsibility, and authority.

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    Program Information

    Program Type

    Minor

    Area of Study

    Multidisciplinary

    School

    College of Liberal Arts

    Duration

    4 years

    Degree

    N/A

    Program Location

    Oxford

    Required Credit Hours

    18

    Academic Requirements

    Students in the Naval Science minor complete 18 credit hours.

    Required courses:

    • Nsc 111: Intro to Naval Science
    • Nsc 112: Seapower & Maritime Affairs
    • Nsc 211: Naval Leadership and Management or Nsc 412: Naval Leadership and Ethics

    One course at the 400 level:

    • If the student selected Nsc 211, either Nsc 412 or Nsc 413 fulfills the requirement.
    • If the student selected Nsc 412, then Nsc 413 fulfills the requirement.

    Elective courses:

    • Nsc 212: Navigation
    • Nsc 310: Evolution of Warfare
    • Nsc 312: Naval Ship Systems I (Engineering)
    • Nsc 313: Naval Ship Systems II (Weapons)
    • Nsc 320: Fundamentals of Maneuver Warfare
    • Nsc 413: Naval Operations and Seamanship

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    The US Navy desires officer candidates with strong STEM backgrounds. At the same time, students who plan many different career paths would benefit from knowledge and skills taught in the Naval Science minor.
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    Welcome to the UM Department of Naval Science

    We’re thrilled to have you explore the opportunities available to you through our Naval ROTC program. Our department is dedicated to developing future leaders who are committed to service, excellence, and the core values of honor, courage, and commitment. Joining our program means becoming part of a proud tradition that combines academic achievement with military training, preparing you for a successful career as an officer in the Navy or Marine Corps. We look forward to guiding you on this exciting journey and helping you achieve your goals.  

    Captain John Bub

    Commanding Office and Professor of Naval Science

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