Bachelor of Science in Fisheries and Water Resource Management

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Fisheries and Water Resource Management: An Overview
This program is premised on the role of the faculty in fostering sustainable development through the sustainable use of natural resources and the environment. It builds on the experiences of implementing the existing undergraduate program wherein the basics of natural resources economics are extensively explored. The uniqueness of the program consolidates the position of Busitema University and the Faculty of Natural Resources and Environment as a niche in fishery and water resource management. The program building capacity in the sub discipline of Fisheries and water resources management in light of the inadequate capacity to support the fisheries sub sector. Read about Requirements and Course details.
 
Entry Requirements

UACE & UCE:
  • UACE in two of the subjects: Economics, Biology, Mathematics, Agriculture, Chemistry, Physics and Geography. UCE with at least six credits of which two credits must be in English and Mathematics.
Diploma entry requirements:
  • Candidates must have passed Mathematics and English with at least a credit in the Uganda Certificate of Education or its equivalent and obtained a diploma (at credit/distinction level) in the relevant natural or physical sciences from a recognized institution.
Mature Age requirement:
  • Candidates seeking admission through this scheme must be at least 25 years old and must apply to sit for the mature age examination.
Employers of water engineers
  • Ministry of Water & Sewage Corporation
  • Engineering consultancies
  • Privately owned water companies
  • The Environment Agencies such as National Environmental Management Authority (NEMA)
  • International Organizations such as UN Environment Programme (UNEP)
Careers in Fisheries
Some of these related job titles require further education. You can be one of the following:
  • Fisheries Biologist
  • Fisheries Technician
  • Habitat Restoration Specialist
  • Marine Biologist
  • Marine Extension Agent
  • Research Biologist
  • Reservoir Manager
  • Special Agent
  • Wastewater Treatment Analyst
  • Water Quality Advisor
  • Watershed Restoration Specialist
  • Aquaculturist
  • Aquatic Biologist
  • Biological Technician
  • Customs Inspector
  • Environmental Specialist
  • Fish Culturist
  • Fish Hatchery Manager
  • Fish & Game Warden
  • Fish & Wildlife Assistant