Science Hill is home to our physical & biological, interdisciplinary, earth & marine science classrooms, laboratories, and the Science & Engineering Library. UCSC is known for its excellence and innovation in many scientific fields, including Astronomy and Astrophysics, Earth and Planetary Sciences, as well as Microbiology and Environmental Toxicology, just to name a few. As a world leading public research university, our groundbreaking work in genomics, cancer research and ocean sciences continues to have a profound impact on our students as well as the world.

Our close proximity to the Monterey Bay, one of the most diverse ecosystems on the planet, provides students with ample opportunities for environmental research that focuses on conservation. UCSC's Marine Biology program offers a strong academic foundation combined with hands-on experience, giving students the tools needed to excel in the field.