M.Phil. (Fisheries Science)

Master of Philosophy in Fisheries Science

M.Phil. Fisheries Science or Master of Philosophy in Fisheries Science is a postgraduate Fisheries Science course. Fisheries science is the academic discipline of managing and understanding fisheries. It is a multidisciplinary science, which draws on the disciplines of oceanography, marine biology, marine conservation, ecology, population dynamics, economics, and management to attempt to provide an integrated picture of fisheries. In some cases, new disciplines have emerged, as in the case of bio-economics. Fisheries science is typically taught in a university setting and can be the focus of an undergraduate, master's or Ph.D. program. Some universities offer fully integrated programs in fisheries science. The course is a one-year duration but in some cases, it may be less or more than this.

M.Phil. Fisheries Science Eligibility

• The candidates should have passed M.Sc. in industrial fisheries, marine biology, zoology or life science with at least 50 percent marks.
• Selection will be based on marks scored in the postgraduate examination.

M.Phil. Fisheries Science Syllabus

Syllabus of Fisheries Science as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

M.Phil. Fisheries Science College

• Barkatullah University - BU, Bhopal

M.Phil. Fisheries Science Course Suitability

• Candidates who have the knowledge of agriculture, good managerial skills and teamwork spirit are the most suitable for it. 
• Those who want to go for research work also are suitable for the course. 
• They can start their own work by having started fish farming. 
• They also possess practical field skills, critical thinking and work in a team environment.

How is M.Phil. Fisheries Science Course Beneficial?

• It helps a person to assist the research and development; to develop and execute fisheries development plan.
  One can get a job in central agencies like Maine Product Export Development Authority, Fisheries Survey of India, NIO, WHO, FAO, NACA, NABARD, EIA. 
• Self-employment is also a good option after obtaining a professional degree in B.F.Sc. candidate can start their own enterprise. The financial support can be obtained through NABARD or through other nationalized banks. The main area in which fisheries enterprise can be developed is: Feed manufacturing, feed sales, ornamental fish culture and breeding, aquaculture, hatchery and seed production, commercial pearl production, fish processing and marketing, net making, fish disease diagnostic centre, consultancy services and establishment of agri-clinics. 
• They can also find job opportunities in state departments of agriculture and organizations like Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute and it is done through State Public Service Commissions.

M.Phil. Fisheries Science Employment Areas

• Aquaculture Farms
• Educational Institutes
• Fish Farming
• Hatcheries and Processing Plants
• Pisciculture Consultancy

M.Phil. Fisheries Science Job Types

• Lecturer/Professor
• Fisheries Science Specialist Officer
• Project Manager
• Home Tutor
• Subject Matter Specialist
• Life Science Advisory Consultant

Advance Course in M.Phil. Fisheries Science

• Ph.D. (Fisheries Science)