B.A., B.S. Degree

The undergraduate programs in the College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences offer students broad education and training, in the fields of fisheries biology, ecology and human dimensions, marine biology and oceanography. In addition to rigorous scientific coursework, students work with professionals from local, state, federal, tribal, university and private organizations during a required internship or research project.

The B.S. degree in fisheries and marine sciences prepares graduates to work as professionals in fisheries and aquatic management, research, conservation, education, policy, and industry organizations. Typically, fisheries and marine sciences graduates obtain employment with state, federal, provincial, Alaska Native, Native American, university and nongovernmental organizations in Alaska and throughout North America. The program also provides a solid foundation for graduate study for students contemplating careers in advanced research, management, administration and teaching.

The B.A. degree in fisheries prepares graduates to work as professionals in fishing and seafood processing, marketing and business industries, community and tribal development organizations, subsistence research and management, social sciences and other human dimensions of fisheries in Alaska and throughout North America. Typically, fisheries graduates obtain employment with fisheries governmental agencies and nongovernmental organizations in the areas of fisheries business administration, policy, education, social science, rural development and extension. The program also provides a solid foundation for graduate study for students contemplating careers in advanced research, management, administration and teaching.

The undergraduate program is administered through the Fairbanks campus. All fisheries and marine sciences courses are offered via distance education for students in outlying areas. 

Minimum Requirements for Fisheries and Marine Sciences Bachelor's Degrees: 120 credits

Learn more about the bachelor’s degree in fisheries, including an overview of the program, career opportunities and more.

Learn more about the bachelor’s degree in fisheries and marine sciences, including an overview of the program, career opportunities and more.

College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences
Academic Programs
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Degrees

• B.A., Fisheries
• B.S., Fisheries and Marine Sciences

With concentrations in:

• Fisheries Science
• Marine Biology
• Oceanography
• No Concentration

Minor

• Minor, Fisheries