Fisheries, Aquaculture
& Aquatic Sciences
Major
Feeding a growing population
Our School of Fisheries, Aquaculture & Aquatic Sciences is one of the world’s premier warm-water fisheries programs. As a student majoring in fisheries, aquaculture and aquatic sciences, you’ll receive a strong foundation in chemistry, mathematics and biology while learning how to apply these subjects to managing fresh and saltwater aquatic resources.
This degree will equip you with an understanding of the principles used in solving problems with aquatic resources and the awareness to provide safe, reliable food through aquaculture production. Graduates of this program are also prepared for veterinary medicine and other professional and graduate schools.
Major Track Options
- Fisheries, Aquaculture & Aquatic Resource Management Major Option
- Marine Resources Management Major Option
- FAAS Pre-Vet Med & Pre-Professional Major Option
Major Curriculum Options & Requirements
What can I do with a Major in Fisheries, Aquaculture & Aquatic Sciences?
- Marine Biology
- Fish & Shellfish Farming
- Hatchery Management
- Fishery Management
- Fish & Seafood Production
- Pond Management
- Pond Design & Development
- Medicine & Veterinary Medicine
- Aquatic Resources Management
- Wetlands Conservation & Management
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