Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam
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- ESTD 1983
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Master of Science (M.Sc.) Aquaculture And Fish Processing
Master of Science (M.Sc.) Aquaculture and Fish Processing
Course
Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam offers MSc Aquaculture and Fish Processing, a two-year postgraduate degree for those who have completed BSc Aquaculture and Fish Processing or graduation in the relevant field or equivalent from a recognized university. The program covers topics related to the breeding and harvesting of animals and water plants for large-scale production. The biological processes related to fish farming technologies are deeply analyzed throughout the course. The relevance of the study is high as the need for seafood is very much demanding. The course is highly related to disciplines like animal sciences, biology, conservation, and biodiversity.Mahatma Gandhi University includes topics like biostatistics and computer application, taxonomy and biology of finfish and shellfish, aquatic biology and ecology, biochemistry and nutrition of finfish and shellfish,culture of finfishes, mollusks and sea cucumbers, crustaceans and seaweeds, aquaculture economics and aquaculture and fish processing technology. The learners could get jobs in food processing technology, banks, food department, fisheries development board, fish breeding farms, and so on. The job roles related to the sector are Fisheries Biologist, Fisheries Extension officer, Fisheries Manager,Fisheries Officer, Fisheries Technician, Fisheries Observer, District Fisheries Development Officer,Assistant Fisheries Development Officer, Exporter, Trader, Farm Managers, Breeders, and much more.
Duration : 2 Years
Eligibility : The candidates must have pass Graduation (B.Sc) from a recognized University
Higher Studies
M.Phil
Career Opportunities
- Fisheries Biologist
- Fisheries Extension officer
- Fisheries officer
- Fisheries Manager
- Fisheries Observer
- District Fisheries Development Officer
- Fisheries Technician
- Assistant Fisheries Development Officer
- Trader
- Farm Mangers
- Exporter
- Breeders
