OACOS Programme

There are four standard programmes

For each programme, a student must obtain 27 ECTS in the compulsory courses, 6 ECTS in optional courses and 27 ECTS in the research placement.
The four programmes are:

• Ocean, atmosphere and climate dynamics: atmospheric and oceanic circulation‐Director: Vladimir Zeitlin
• Meteorology, physics and chemistry of the atmosphere: core content of the first programme but with a focus on the physics and chemistry of atmospheric components (humidity, aerosols, gaseous air pollutants, etc.) – Directors: Hélène Chepfer and François Ravetta
• Physical remote sensing methods: acquisition, processing and use of satellite data, and essential physical notions such as radiation transfer – Director: Laurence Picon
• Coastal oceanography: ocean circulation, in particular coastal hydrodynamics and the complex interactions between ocean and shore – Director: Laurent Mortier.

Competencies and Knowledge acquired

• In-depth knowledge of the dynamic, physical and chemical mechanisms governing the atmosphere, the ocean and the climate.
• Precise knowledge of the potential of Earth observation techniques and meteorological and oceanographic forecasting methods.
• Unique and legitimate capacity to contribute to the debate on climate change and its impact on planet Earth and human society.