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

The aquatic resources program is an interdisciplinary academic and research initiative focused on aquatic sciences and resource management. Texas State's prime 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 setting also provides access to various remarkable aquatic environments across the Texas Hill Country and Edwards Aquifer region.
The program's core objectives are to:
investigate aquatic resource inquiries across all scales, from molecular to global, spanning diverse disciplines such as ecology, geology, hydrology, molecular biology, toxicology, and resource management; enhance scientific understanding and public awareness through experimental, theoretical, and field-based research while sharing findings with communities, academic institutions, and governmental bodies; apply aquatic science expertise 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-focused roles within government agencies, NGOs, or private industry. The curriculum equips students for community college teaching positions or advanced doctoral studies.