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a year agoBeginner-Level 4
The minimum eligibility criteria for KUFOS (Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies) is that one should have passed 10+2 level of schooing in science stream with atleast 50% aggregate marks scored in the final board exams.
In the science stream (10+2), one must have studied physics, chemistry, and biology to be eligible for this undergraduate degree.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
While Agriculture and Fishery Science share commonalities in terms of resource management and economic considerations, they differ in their focus on land-based (agriculture) and aquatic (fishery) ecosystems.
Candidates can check the table below to see the comparison between the two courses.
Particulars | Details | Agriculture |
|---|---|---|
Course Level | UG, PG, Doctoral | UG and PG |
Course Duration | 2-3 years | 2-3 years |
Course Fees | INR 2,600 - INR 6.5 Lakh | INR 2, 000 - INR 10 Lakh |
Admission Criteria | Merit-based | ICAR AIEEA, KCET, AP EAPCET (AP EAMCET) |
Popular Colleges | Kerala University, LPU, Alagappa University, Cochin University of Science and Technology, etc. | Banaras Hindu University, Bharathidasan University, Calcutta University, Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology |
Job Profiles | Fisheries Extension Officer, Fishery Manager, Fisheries Scientist, Fishery Technician, etc. | Agricultural Scientist, Production Manager, Food Microbiologist, Crop Specialist, Agricultural Engineer, etc. |
Average Salary | INR 1.5 LPA - INR 8 LPA | INR 2.6 LPA - INR 8.4 LPA |
Top Recruiters | Export Inspection Agency, Marine Product Export Development Authority, Coastal Aquaculture Authority of India, Fisheries Survey of India, etc. | Agrotech Food, Research labs, ITC Limited, Government institutes, Colleges (as lecturers), etc. |
Note: The information is sourced from external sources and may vary.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Here are some top recruiting companies for Fisheries Science students in India:
Fisheries Science Top Recruiters | |
|---|---|
Export Inspection Agency (EIA) | Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) |
Marine Product Export Development Authority (MPEDA) | Indian National Centre for Ocean and Information Services (INCOIS) |
Coastal Aquaculture Authority of India (CAA) | National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) |
Fisheries Survey of India (FSI) | Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) |
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Amid all of humanity's problems—including an exploding population and increasing environmental pollution—the future of the fisheries is tainted by divisive trends and widely accepted, profitable variables.
A few certain trends in fishery occurrence, among others, may contribute to a future where fisheries are preserved and improved to become truly sustainable. These trends include a decline in discharges, a slow down in the construction of large vessels, an improvement in management practices, a better involvement in the eco-labelling of fishery products, a decline in illegal fishing, qualified value stability, and a guarant
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Fisheries Science salary completely depends on the industries, Fisheries Science jobs, geographical locations, job positions, etc., students choose. However, the average salary of a Fishery Scientist in India is INR 4.9 LPA. If you wish to go for a higher salary, then you need to scale up your skillset, get relevant experience in the field, and grow your network.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
A wide range of industries, including government, academia, research, conservation, and the private sector, are covered by the BFSc program. To choose the best career path, people should investigate their strengths and areas of interest within the field.
Students can find job opportunities in public as well as private sectors such as research institutes, nationalised banks, aquariums, fish farms, feed manufacturing units, fish breeding centres, fish processing and marketing firms, food departments, fish disease diagnostic centre, etc.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
There are around 123 Fisheries Science colleges in India, of which, around 62 are government and 25 are private institutions. These colleges offer Fisheries Science courses at various levels and specialisations, so the fee structure also varies. The average course fee ranges between INR 3,000 to INR 6.4 Lacs in India.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Here are some popular Masters of Fisheries Science course options you can choose from:
Fisheries Science PG Courses | Colleges Offering Courses | Course Duration |
|---|---|---|
M.Sc. in Fisheries Science | Andhra University, College of Fisheries, Alagappa University, CUSAT | 2 Years |
M.Sc. in Marine Biology and Fisheries | Andhra University, Pantnagar University | 2 Years |
M.Sc. in AquaCulture and Fishery Microbiology | Calicut University, Central Institute of Fisheries Education | 2 Years |
M.Sc. in Fish Processing Technology and Quality Control | Calicut University, Central Institute of Fisheries Education | 2 Years |
M.Sc. in Fish and Fishery Biology | Balaji College, Utkal University | 2 Years |
Note: The information is taken from external sites and may vary.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
There are numerous subjects taught under Fisheries Science course at various levels and specializations. Here are some main Fisheries Science subjects covered in almost every Fish Class Science program:
UG Level Fisheries Subjects:
. Principles of Aquaculture
. Taxonomy of Finfish
. Freshwater Aquaculture
. Anatomy and biology of Finfish
. Aquatic Ecology, Biodiversity and Disaster
. Ornamental Fish Production and Management
· Aquaculture Engineering
. Coastal Aquaculture and Mariculture
· Aquatic Ecology and Biodiversity
. Disaster management in Fisheries
. Biotechnology and Bioinformatics in Fisheries
· Fishery genetics and b
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Fish processing, including curing, canning, freezing, and by-products, is covered in the Fisheries Science course. In addition to biology, anatomy, taxonomy, and physiology, students studying fisheries resource management are also taught about the environment of fisheries, which includes oceanography, limnology, ecology, and biodiversity.
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