
Texas A&M University at Galveston is the source for all things ocean-oriented at Texas A&M University. TAMUG offers a unique blend of marine and maritime programs, including majors in science, business, engineering, liberal arts, and transportation. Mission Statement Texas A&M Galveston is a special-purpose institution of higher education for undergraduate and graduate instruction in marine and maritime studies in science, engineering and business and for research and public service related to the general field of marine resources. The institution is under the management and control of the Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System, with degrees offered under the name and authority of Texas A&M University at College Station. Academics TAMUG offers ocean-oriented, four-year courses with excellence in business, oceanographic and physical sciences, biological sciences, engineering and transportation and liberal arts. Degrees are awarded from Texas A&M University. Computer science and technical writing courses are taught across curricula, regardless of a students major field. In every course each semester, formally administered questionnaires invite students to appraise the effectiveness of teaching. Several unique courses have been developed in response to the Universitys marine orientation. For instance, “Literature of the Sea” looks at the sea through the works of great authors. “Introduction to Marine Sciences” introduces students to a number of disciplines through lectures, seminars, and industrial contacts. The cruise geography course emphasizes the port areas being visited. This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website.