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      • B.S. Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management
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      • M.S. in Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management
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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 are designed to focus on the integration of applied fisheries management and aquaculture production disciplines, preparing students to handle 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.

Program Requirements
Aquaculture and Fisheries Management Track Degree Plan

Program Details

  • Degree: B.S. Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management
  • Credit Hours: 120 total credit hours

Career Options

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 following professional experience, providing competitive credentials in today’s job market. Students will be prepared to seek employment in a variety of careers spanning government agencies, such as Texas Parks and Wildlife and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, or private aquaculture operations.

Contact Us

  • Hague, LeAnn

    LeAnn Hague

    Senior Academic Advisor - Change of Major, Graduate Advising, Natural Resources Management and Policy Track, Rangeland Management Track, Wildlife Management Track

    (979) 845-6148

    leann.hague@tamu.edu

    WFES 120

  • Lee, Faegen

    Faegen Lee

    Academic Advisor II - Aquaculture and Fisheries Management Track, Wildlife Management Track, Dr. Red Duke Program

    (979) 862-4215

    fdlee@tamu.edu

    WFES 116

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