MSc in Aquatic Resources in San Marcos United States | Texas State University

The aquatic resources program is an interdisciplinary curriculum focused on aquatic sciences and resource management. Texas State's location near the San Marcos River, Spring Lake, the Meadows Center, and the Freeman Aquatic Biology Building creates exceptional opportunities for student research and learning. This prime location also provides access to diverse aquatic ecosystems across the Texas Hill Country and Edwards Aquifer region.
The program's core objectives are to:
investigate aquatic resource questions across all scales, from molecular to global, spanning multiple disciplines including ecology, geology, hydrology, biology, toxicology, and resource management; enhance scientific understanding through experimental, theoretical, and field-based research while sharing findings with the public, academic institutions, and governmental/non-governmental entities; apply aquatic science knowledge to tackle contemporary environmental, biological, and societal challenges

Career Pathways:
Alumni pursue professional opportunities in aquatic resource management, aquatic ecology, and hydrogeology. Graduates also secure research positions with government agencies, NGOs, or private companies. The program equips students for community college teaching roles or advanced doctoral studies.