As with oceanic-continental convergence, when two oceanic plates converge, one is usually subducted under the other, and in the process a trench is formed. The Marianas Trench (paralleling the Mariana Islands), for example, marks where the fast-moving Pacific Plate converges against the slower moving Philippine Plate.
A bachelor's or master's degree is typically required for entry-level marine biology research jobs, such as those at private research organizations and biotechnology companies. Doctoral degrees are usually required for faculty positions and other jobs that allow you to follow your own research interests.
How long does it take to become a marine biologist? Marine biologists must complete at least a bachelorâs degree, which takes about four years. Marine biologists who pursue masterâs degrees may take an additional two to three years to complete their education, and earning a PhD will take up to six years more.