noun
oceanography; oceanology
Academic discipline studying the ocean's physical, chemical, biological, and geological aspects. In Japanese, 海洋学 is the standard term; 海洋科学 is sometimes used for a broader marine science context.
彼は大学で海洋学を専攻している。
He is majoring in oceanography at university.
海洋学の研究には調
Research vessels are essential for oceanographic studies.