Marine Ecology: A Fine Arts Study of Biodiversity within Marine Habitats

How many different living organisms are there in the ocean? How are such organisms impacted by their surrounding environment? Do marine ecosystems benefit society? Explore these questions scientifically as well as visually. 

Sharpen your drawing skills by creating wildlife sketches of marine plants and animals in their natural environment. Create a portfolio of organisms as you and your peers research and discuss characteristics, taxonomy, and adaptations of these organisms. Use collage to discover how geographic location and environmental factors can affect marine life.

The course will culminate in your creation of an original piece of marine artwork using multiple mediums and techniques such as collage, printmaking, drawing, and painting. Highlight important environmental issues that affect marine life and join a tradition of advocacy through the arts! 
 

How to Apply

Duke Pre-College uses a 2-step enrollment process: 

  1. First, students apply to the Pre-College program, indicating their course(s) of interest. 
     
  2. After they receive notification of their acceptance into Duke Pre-College, they enroll in the course(s) indicated in their Pre-College Application. 

Learn more on our How to Apply page.