More than half the US population lives within 75 km of the coast, and, worldwide, that percentage is even larger. At the same time, most of our shorelines are experiencing erosion because of the accelerated trends in sea level rise.

Coastal engineering draws from several disciplines including civil engineering, oceanography, and marine geology to solve complex problems resulting from the urbanization of coastal areas and shoreline recession.

There are a wide range of career choices ranging from engineering consulting and construction, governmental agencies, universities, and research organizations.

Coastal Engineering is a specialized field, and the entry-level requirement for most consulting companies is a four-year undergraduate degree plus two years of graduate study.

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