Academics CCU...a place for inspired learning Learn what each of our colleges has to offer or explore all of our degree programs by interest area. Coastal Carolina University offers more than 80 majors toward the baccalaureate degree. At the graduate level students select from 26 master's degree programs, two educational specialist degrees, and two doctoral programs: the Ph.D. in marine science: coastal and marine systems science, and the Ph.D. in education. CCU boasts a growing array of internships, research and international opportunities for students as well as numerous online offerings through Coastal Online.