Corpus Christi,
TX,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Fisheries and Mariculture in Corpus Christi United States | Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
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Corpus Christi United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
11,931
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Fisheries and Mariculture Program provides a Master of Science degree with specialization options in fisheries or mariculture. Participants benefit from small class sizes and hands-on experience studying ecologically significant Gulf of Mexico and Texas marine life. The program offers financial assistance through university-funded assistantships, fellowships, and scholarships, along with support from various organizations. Returning Peace Corps volunteers qualify for the Paul D. Coverdell Fellowship. Faculty guide student research projects covering diverse areas like marine ecology, larval biology, ecosystem rehabilitation, aquaculture, aquatic animal health, and feed development. Research occurs at campus labs, nearby coastal environments, and collaborating institutions such as the Texas A&M AgriLife Mariculture Research Facility, Texas Parks and Wildlife hatcheries, and the Texas State Aquarium. Graduates develop advanced scientific and technical competencies for careers in fisheries and aquaculture, while also preparing for doctoral studies. Research subjects mirror faculty specialties, ranging from fish stocking programs and climate change impacts to alternative energy from algae, innovative shrimp farming techniques, and habitat assessments for marine species. Investigators employ modern methodologies including genetic analysis, data modeling, geospatial mapping, and conventional field surveys.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate course work taken at any accredited college or University attended (Foreign College credits/transcripts require an official foreign evaluation). TAMU-CC transcript is not required.
An applicant with a GPA of less than 3.0 (on a 4-point scale, or equivalent) on the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework is typically not competitive
An applicant with a GPA of less than 2.5 (on a 4-point scale, or equivalent) on the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework will not be considered.
An applicant with a GPA of between 2.5 and 2.9 (on a 4-point scale, or equivalent) on the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework is not eligible to be supported as a teaching or research assistant.
An essay is required. This essay (up to 1000 words in length) should include discussion of educational and professional goals and potential areas of research interest, as well as a summary of discussions between the applicant and faculty member(s) who are interested in advising the applicant and taking them on as a student in their lab.
Three letters of recommendation
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Application requirements for international applicants:
Copy of current Visa (if applicable)
English Language Proficiency. Official TOEFL/IELTS scores are required for international applicants from countries where English is not the native language. (Within two years of the date application).
Official TOEFL score minimum paper-based score of 550 or internet-based score of 79-80
Official IELTS score minimum 6.5
GPA- 3
An applicant with a GPA of less than 3.0 (on a 4-point scale, or equivalent) on the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework is typically not competitive
An applicant with a GPA of less than 2.5 (on a 4-point scale, or equivalent) on the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework will not be considered.
An applicant with a GPA of between 2.5 and 2.9 (on a 4-point scale, or equivalent) on the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework is not eligible to be supported as a teaching or research assistant.
An essay is required. This essay (up to 1000 words in length) should include discussion of educational and professional goals and potential areas of research interest, as well as a summary of discussions between the applicant and faculty member(s) who are interested in advising the applicant and taking them on as a student in their lab.
Three letters of recommendation
Send a recommendation request
Upload letter of recommendation
Application requirements for international applicants:
Copy of current Visa (if applicable)
English Language Proficiency. Official TOEFL/IELTS scores are required for international applicants from countries where English is not the native language. (Within two years of the date application).
Official TOEFL score minimum paper-based score of 550 or internet-based score of 79-80
Official IELTS score minimum 6.5
GPA- 3
Tuition
USD
11,931