Program Overview
The Fisheries Science at University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science is a Master programme in Natural Sciences over 48 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Fisheries Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 48 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Location: Cambridge, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Fisheries Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Fisheries Ecology - covers the biological processes that affect productivity, abundances, and distributions of fish and invertebrate resources. Includes life history theory, predator-prey relationships, bioenergetics, trophic ecology, and zoogeography.
- Aquaculture - covers the theory and practices of modern aquaculture of fishes and invertebrates. Includes coverage on water quality, production systems, extensive and intensive approaches, culture genetics, fish diseases, and management.
- Quantitative Fisheries Science - covers the basic principles of population dynamics
- Graduate Level Course in Oceanography (physical, chemical or biological) or Limnology - covers major and minor elements, composition of seawater, seawater ionic structure and interactions, nutrient distributions, biogeochemical cycles, and the biology of marine organisms.
- One 400 - 700 level 3 - 4 credit course from one of the other MEES AOSs (from an approved list)
- One course or seminar in Environmental Management, Policy, Ethics or Philosphy of Science (item 1 may satisfy this requirement; any such 3-4-credit course can satisfy item 6)
- One 3 - 4 credit course in Statistics/Biostatistics (600 level for the Ph.D., 400 level for the M.S.)
- One graduate level seminar (MEES 608 or equivalent) for each year in residence (on average).
- Courses in Experimental Design and Analysis and in Scientific Writing are strongly recommended.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
An Admissions Committee from each Area of Specialization has been established to evaluate the applications of prospective students based on the following criteria:
- The applicant\'s research interests must be clearly stated and relevant to the MEES Areas of Specialization.
- The academic preparation of the applicant must be consistent with stated interests and AOS requirements.
- The undergraduate GPA must be at least 3.0, although some students with a GPA below 3.0 may be provisionally accepted based on related research or work experience.
- Applicants must submit the following required documents as part of their application for graduate study in the MEES Program:
- Official transcripts of all college-level work.
- A brief essay clearly defining areas of research interest and research objectives (preferably including the AOS(s) of interest). The essay should be carefully prepared, not in outline form, and will assist with identification of an academic advisor should the applicant be judged admissible.
- A current CV or resume.
- Three letters of recommendation from persons familiar with the academic work of the applicant.
- Official Graduate Record Examination Scores (Only the General Test is required)
- International Applicants: Most international applications will be required to submit Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) exam scores. This is specific to each applicant. Should you have any questions please contact the appropriate graduate school.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
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About University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science
University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science
Solomons, United States
The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES) is a multi-university scientific research center within the University System of Maryland dedicated to environmental science,...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 48 months