A coastal engineering program may focus on developing skills and abilities that can help graduates find ecological solutions that are environmentally friendly. While studying issues such as rising sea levels and how changing climate alters marine habitats, students may learn how to unravel existing coastal puzzles.

A masters is earned after students complete an undergraduate degree program. To obtain a masters, you usually need to complete 12 to 18 college courses that often involve completing comprehensive tests and/or a thesis.