Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management - BS, Aquaculture and Fisheries Management Track

The Aquaculture and Fisheries Management track blends chemistry, mathematics, and biology basics with the advanced techniques necessary to sustainably manage wild fish populations or inland fishery/aquaculture operations.

Courses focus on integrating applied fisheries management and aquaculture production disciplines, preparing students to address traditional and emerging complex issues. Core areas of study include fish biology and disease, hatchery management, commercial aquaculture production, restoration and stock enhancement, aquaculture aquatic ecosystem management and water quality management.

Upon graduation, students will meet the basic qualifications to apply for the American Fisheries Society’s Associate Fisheries Professional certification and, later, the Certified Fisheries Professional certification after professional experience, providing competitive credentials in today’s job market. Students will be prepared to seek employment in a variety of careers, including government agencies such as Texas Parks and Wildlife and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, as well as private aquaculture operations.

Included in this track are summer field practicum and internship requirements, providing intense field experience opportunities to solidify principles students will need to understand to pursue advanced coursework in focal management areas.