Program Summary
Fisheries and Aquaculture is the study of the management, breeding, and harvesting of aquatic organisms such as fish, crustaceans, and mollusks in both natural and controlled environments. As a course, it covers fish biology, aquaculture systems, water quality management, fish nutrition, hatchery operations, and fisheries resource management. Students learn sustainable practices for fish production, conservation, and the economics of aquatic farming. The course equips graduates for careers in fish farming, marine research, environmental management, seafood processing, and government fisheries departments.