M.F.Sc Applied Aquaculture is a 2-year course. The program will provide a greater understanding of the biological, technical and economical importance of fisheries areas. This is the fraternity where the student applies their theoretical& practical knowledge in the fisheries sector for their livelihood. They will get expertise in extension activities to benefit fish farmers of the country by socio-economic upliftment and also will help in the transfer of technology to industries.
This program will encourage the students to explore the subject by specializing in fisheries and further studies which not only opens the career for students, it also develops the lifestyle of common people of India. To promote the field and lab-oriented research to tackle the emerging problems in fisheries and industry development.
M.F.Sc Applied Aquaculture Highlights
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Course Level |
Post-Graduation |
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Duration |
2 years |
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Stream |
Aqualogy Science |
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Examination Type |
Semester System |
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Eligibility |
Bachelor of Fisheries Science form a recognised University |
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Admission Process |
Based on merit at the higher secondary level, entrance tests and interviews in case of some institutes |
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Average Starting Salary |
INR 2 Lacs to 10 Lacs |
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Top Recruiting Companies |
Fisheries Survey of India (FSI), VA Tech Wabag GMBH, Thermax India, GE Water, Siemens water, Hindustan Dorr Oliver limited, Wog Technologies, UEM India Pvt. Ltd, SFC Environmental Technologies Private Limited |
Eligibility Criteria for M.F.Sc Applied Aquaculture
1. B.Sc. (Hons.) with minimum 50% marks in any branches of Biological Sciences/ Agriculture/allied subjects, OR
2. B.Sc. (General: 3 years degree course) with minimum 60% marks in any branches of Biological Sciences/ Agriculture/allied subjects, OR
3. B.E./B. Tech. in Biotechnology with minimum 60% marks
4. In the case where Grade points are not awarded only marks are awarded, the candidate must have secured at least 60% marks for the General/OBC/UPS category and 50% marks for SC/ST/DAC category.
Admission Process
1. Basic education of 10+2+3 from a recognised institution with any stream with 45-50% marks.
2. Some private colleges and deemed universities perform their counselling process by conducting their university-level entrance exams.
3. Some universities also conduct personal interviews before granting admission to the students.
Career after M.F.Sc Applied Aquaculture
Integrated fisheries science draws on a variety of disciplines, including OceanographyIntegrated fisheries science draws on a variety of disciplines, including Oceanography, Marine Biology, Marine Conservation, Ecology, Population Dynamics, Economics, and Management, to attempt to provide an integrated picture of fisheries. In the course curriculum, related topics are covered such as Aquatic Environment and Biodiversity, Environmental Biotechnology, Biotechnology for Cleaner Environment, Management and Utilization of Wastewater, etc.
Increased demand for seafood and the subsequent growth in the fishing industry has opened up wider employment opportunities for qualified candidates in the discipline of Fishery Science in both government and private organizations. This program will encourage the students to explore the subject by specializing in fisheries and further studies which not only opens the career for students, it also develops the lifestyle of common people of India.
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Job Title |
Job Description |
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Fishery Manager |
Fishery Managers direct the exercises that happen at a fishery, which include observing fish development, preparing nourishment, dispersing pharm material etc. |
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Fisheries Biologist |
Biologist Supervisors work in various zones. They frequently need to live and work outside as they perform field research and gather organic information. |
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Aquarists |
The Aquarist is the individual that keeps an eye on the fish and guarantees that they are bolstered and get all that they need to live and flourish. |
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Professor |
Assistant Professors teach in fisheries universities and institutes |
M.F.Sc Applied Aquaculture Syllabus
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SEMESTER 1 |
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Sustainable Aquaculture |
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Soil and Water Quality Management in Aquaculture |
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Nutrition and Feed Technology Aquatic Animal Health Management |
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Seed Production and Hatchery |
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Management of Finfishes |
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Seed Production and Hatchery |
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Management of Shellfishes |
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SEMESTER 2 |
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Applied Genetics in Aquaculture |
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Non-Food Aquaculture |
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Coastal Aquaculture |
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Freshwater Aquaculture |
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Larval Nutrition and Culture of Food Organisms |
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Aquaculture Engineering |
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SEMESTER 3 |
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Advances in Aquaculture Production Systems |
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Advances in Seed Production and Hatchery Management |
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Aquaculture and Ecosystem Management |
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Aquatic Animal Health Management and Quarantine |
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Fish and Shellfish Physiology and Endocrinology |
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SEMESTER 4 |
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Advances in Fish Genetics |
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Intensive Farming Systems for Tilapia and Catfishes |
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Aquaculture Development Planning and Management |
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Applied Biotechnology |
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Master’s Seminar |
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Master’s Research |
