Course Duration:
The B.Sc. in Fisheries is a 4-year undergraduate program, spread across 8 semesters. The program primarily focuses on the scientific study of fish farming, marine biology, and various techniques involved in the fisheries industry, covering aspects such as aquaculture, breeding, processing, and preservation of fish.
Duration:
3 Years (6 Semesters)
Syllabus (Semester-wise Breakdown):
Semester 1:
Introduction to Fisheries Science
Fundamentals of Biology
Fundamentals of Aquaculture
Principles of Biochemistry
Principles of Genetics and Breeding
Water Quality Management
Semester 2:
Marine Biology
Aquatic Ecology
Inland Fisheries Management
Fish Anatomy and Physiology
Introduction to Microbiology
Fishing Gear and Craft Technology
Semester 3:
Fish Nutrition and Feed Technology
Fish Pathology and Immunology
Fisheries Oceanography
Aquatic Pollution and its Management
Fish Processing Technology
Fisheries Economics
Semester 4:
Fish Breeding and Hatchery Management
Aquaculture Engineering
Fisheries Extension Education
Aquaculture Biotechnology
Fish Health Management
Statistical Methods for Fisheries
Semester 5:
Ornamental Fish Culture
Fishery By-products and Waste Utilization
Fisheries Legislation and Policy
Aquatic Animal Health Management
Marine Fisheries
Coastal Aquaculture
Semester 6:
Aquaculture Genetics
Fish Population Dynamics
Fish Processing and Value Addition
Fisheries Marketing and Trade
Entrepreneurship Development in Fisheries
Introduction to Remote Sensing and GIS in Fisheries
Semester 7:
Fisheries Resource Management
Fisheries Business Management
Sustainable Aquaculture Practices
Aquatic Toxicology
Environmental Impact Assessment in Fisheries
Project Work (Part I)
Semester 8:
Rural Fisheries Work Experience (RFWE)
Student READY Program
Internship/Practical Training
Final Project Submission
Average Fees:
The average fees for B.Sc. in Fisheries range from ₹20,000 to ₹1.5 Lakhs per year, depending on the institution and location.
Exams to Attend:
ICAR AIEEA (All India Entrance Examination for Admission): Conducted by ICAR for admission into fisheries programs in leading agricultural universities in India.
State-level Entrance Exams: States conduct their own entrance exams for fisheries programs, such as KEAM for Kerala and KCET for Karnataka.
CUET (Common University Entrance Test): For admission into central universities offering fisheries programs.
Top 10 Ranking Institutions in India:
Central Institute of Fisheries Education (CIFE), Mumbai
Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS), Kochi
Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI), Kochi
Tamil Nadu Dr. J. Jayalalithaa Fisheries University, Nagapattinam
University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore
West Bengal University of Animal and Fishery Sciences, Kolkata
Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth, Maharashtra
Sri Venkateswara Veterinary University, Tirupati
College of Fisheries, Mangalore
Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya, West Bengal
Top 10 Institutions for B.Sc. in Fisheries in Kerala:
Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS), Kochi
College of Fisheries, Panangad
Kerala Agricultural University, Thrissur
College of Agriculture, Vellayani
College of Fisheries Engineering, KUFOS, Kochi
Kelappaji College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology, Malappuram
St. Albert’s College, Ernakulam
St. Thomas College, Thrissur
St. Mary’s College, Thrissur
MES College, Aluva