Fisheries and Aquaculture is a multidisciplinary course that focuses on the management, conservation, and sustainable use of aquatic resources. It covers the principles and practices involved in fish farming (aquaculture) and wild fisheries management to ensure food security, economic development, and environmental sustainability.  

Core Areas of Study:

1. Aquatic Ecology & Biology– Understanding fish species, their habitats, and ecosystems.  

2. Aquaculture Techniques– Fish breeding, hatchery management, nutrition, and disease control.  

3. Fisheries Management & Conservation – Sustainable harvesting, stock assessment, and regulatory policies.  

4. Fish Processing & Post-Harvest Technology– Preservation, value addition, and marketing of fish products.  

5. Marine & Freshwater Resources– Exploration of oceanic and inland water fisheries.  

6. Fisheries Economics & Policy – Economic impact, international trade, and fisheries laws.  

7. Environmental & Climate Impact– Effects of climate change on aquatic life and resource sustainability.