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.
This type of professional should have strong research experience and be good at managing projects. If you want to become a biological oceanographer, you need to earn a four-year bachelorâs degree in the area of biological oceanography or marine biology. Colleges require that you provide a copy of results from recently taken standardized tests along with a high school transcript or the equivalent certification.