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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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Aquaculture - BSc (Hons) University of Stirling, UK
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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20,340 USD
Fee in university's local currency 14,820 GBP
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Aquaculture - BSc University of Waikato, New Zealand
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 3 years
- Annual tuition fee
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21,256 USD
Fee in university's local currency 29,705 NZD
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Aquaculture and Fisheries - BAppSc University of Otago, New Zealand
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 3 years
- Annual tuition fee
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15,066 USD
Fee in university's local currency 21,055 NZD
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Aquatic Resources - BA/BSc St. Francis Xavier University, Canada
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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16,517 USD
Fee in university's local currency 20,436 CAD
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Biology: Fisheries and Aquatic Biology - BSc Murray State University, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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13,920 USD
Fee in university's local currency 13,920 USD
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Associate in aquaculture
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Fisheries and Wildlife Science - ASOT Lane Community College, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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11,500 USD
Fee in university's local currency 11,500 USD
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Aquaculture graduate programs
Master's in aquaculture
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Fisheries & Mariculture - MSc Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi, USA
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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11,536 USD
Fee in university's local currency 11,536 USD
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Sustainable Aquaculture - MSc University of Stirling, UK
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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27,244 USD
Fee in university's local currency 19,850 GBP
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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.
