What is fish ecology and management?
Fish ecology and management is all about understanding and managing fish populations, along with other freshwater and marine organisms. In this major you'll dive into the environments that support these species and keep their ecosystems healthy. If you are at all curious about aquatic life and the places they live, this major is for you.
What you'll learn
This fisheries degree includes course work in:
- life sciences;
- social sciences;
- communication;
- climate change;
- environmental policy;
- field, lab and analytic techniques.
Why study fish ecology at MSU?
Michigan’s Great Lakes, rivers and streams (including the Red Cedar River at MSU) give you the chance to learn by doing — with hands-on experiences that directly affect fish populations and water resources across the state.
At MSU, faculty lead the way in both the science and the human sides of the field. You’ll study the biology and ecology of fish and wildlife while also exploring management, policy, conflict resolution and resource economics.
By working with state organizations and local communities, you’ll get real-world experiences and make an immediate impact as a student as you pursue this fisheries degree.