Msc. Fisheries & Aquaculture
A Master of Science (MSc) program in Fisheries and Aquaculture is designed to provide advanced knowledge and skills in the study, management, and sustainable development of aquatic ecosystems, fisheries resources, and aquaculture practices.
Duration of the Programme
The duration of the program shall normally be Two (2) academic years Teaching methods in all units shall include lectures, field trips, seminars, tutorials, discussions, and practical.
Degree Structure
The program offers courses within the degree structure spelled out by the Faculty.
Year 1 Semester 1
Research methodology
Limnology, Oceanography and Fish Habitats
Fish Assemblages in The African Great Lakes Region
Aquaculture and Fish Ranching
Research Methodology
Biotechnology in Aquaculture
Fish Food and Feeding Studies
Natural Resources Management
Population Dynamics and Fisheries Production
Year 2 Semester 2
Fish Anatomy and Physiology
Economics of Fisheries and Aquaculture
Trends and Prospects in Fish Genomic Studies
Fisheries Resources Management and the Fishing Industry
Quantitative Genetics
Fish Behavior
Fish Pathology and Quality Studies
Wetland Ecology and Management
Research Thesis
Year 2
Reseaerch Theses
