Study aquaculture abroad
An in-depth guide to studying aquaculture as an international student.
Aquaculture degrees abroad
Aquaculture describes the breeding and harvesting of seafood, as well as the sustainable management of aquatic environments. It’s a subject that blends elements of biology, life sciences, conservation, and biodiversity.
As an aquaculture student, you’ll study a wide range of aquatic organisms including fish, mollusks, and crustaceans. You’ll learn about the principles and processes of reproduction, and will understand how to create optimal conditions for aquatic farming.
As the global demand for seafood rises, aquaculturists are under increasing pressure to meet the need in a sustainable manner. By studying abroad, you’ll see how different nations are attempting to keep their aquatic environments protected, and the challenges they face in doing so.
Aquaculture program structure
Bachelor’s degrees in aquaculture are studied over three or four years. The exact duration of your course will depend on where you study and whether you choose to complete an industrial placement. Placements are a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience and build professional connections.
If you’re planning to study in the US, you’ll major in aquaculture after taking two years of liberal arts classes. Your undergraduate program will last four years.
If you’re interested in continuing your education, you might consider a postgraduate qualification. Master’s programs take up to two years to finish, while PhDs usually take between four and six years to complete.
The elective modules offered as part of aquaculture degrees vary between universities. However, you’ll probably take core classes in these fundamentals:
- Evolution and genetics of fish
- Fish biology
- Politics of the ocean
- Aquaculture systems engineering
- Hatchery management
- Limnology
- Aquaculture environment and disease
- Aquatic resource management
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Aquaculture study abroad programs
Aquaculture undergraduate programs
Bachelor's in aquaculture
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Fisheries and Wildlife: Zoo Animal Care - BSc University of Nebraska-Lincoln, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Tuition fees per year
- 27,000 USD
- Start date
- January, June, August
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Resource Ecology and Management - Fisheries and Aquaculture - BSc Louisiana State University, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Tuition fees per year
- 28,700 USD
- Start date
- January, May, August
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Wildlife and Fisheries Biology - BSc University of Vermont, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Tuition fees per year
- 41,280 USD
- Start date
- January, June, August
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Aquaculture and Fisheries - BAppSc University of Otago, New Zealand
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 3 years
- Tuition fees per year
- 21,055 NZD
- Start date
- February, July
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Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Aquatic Sciences - Pre-Professional Option - BSc Auburn University, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Tuition fees per year
- 32,220 USD
- Start date
- January, May, August
Certificate in aquaculture
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Sustainable Aquaculture - Cert Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology, New Zealand
- Program type
- Undergraduate certificate
- Duration
- 1 year
- Tuition fees per year
- 18,900 NZD
- Start date
- February, July
Aquaculture graduate programs
Master's in aquaculture
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Sustainable Aquaculture - MSc University of Stirling, UK
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Tuition fees per year
- 19,850 GBP
- Start date
- September
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Aquatic Resources (Aquatic Systems) - MSc Texas State University, USA
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Tuition fees per year
- 15,034 USD
- Start date
- January, August
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Fisheries & Mariculture - MSc Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi, USA
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Tuition fees per year
- 11,536 USD
- Start date
- January, August
Doctorate in aquaculture
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Aquatic Resources and Integrative Biology (Entering with Master's Degree) - PhD Texas State University, USA
- Program type
- Doctorate
- Duration
- 3 years
- Tuition fees per year
- 15,034 USD
- Start date
- January, August
Future aquaculture careers
As an aquaculture graduate, you won’t have to cast your net far to find an exciting array of career opportunities.
Employers across government departments, conservation consultancies, pharmaceutical companies, and aquaculture production firms will be eager to secure your expertise. Here are some of the positions you could pursue:
- Fish farm technician
- Fisheries manager
- Aquabiologist
- Hatchery manager
- Fishery officer
- Research officer
- Quality control specialist
- Environmental sustainability officer
If you’re confused about what to do after graduation or would like some extra advice on how to land your ideal job, speak to your university’s careers office. Their free and personalized guidance will help you navigate the professional world.
