The program provides a comprehensive education that encompasses a blend of scientific, managerial, and practical expertise. Students will delve into a diverse array of topics, including water quality assessment, the anatomy and physiology of fish, the principles of fishery management and ecology, the fundamentals of aquaculture, the intricacies of fish health and nutrition, as well as the essential elements of business and environmental management. This multifaceted approach equips learners with a well-rounded skill set, enabling them to navigate the complex and dynamic field of aquatic resource management effectively.

The program provides a comprehensive education that encompasses a blend of scientific, managerial, and practical expertise. Students will delve into a diverse array of topics, including water quality assessment, the anatomy and physiology of fish, the principles of fishery management and ecology, the fundamentals of aquaculture, the intricacies of fish health and nutrition, as well as the essential elements of business and environmental management. This multifaceted approach equips learners with a well-rounded skill set, enabling them to navigate the complex and dynamic field of aquatic resource management effectively.

Career Paths

The graduates from this program have found diverse career paths in the aquatic and fishery industries. Many now work as consultants, providing expertise in the management and conservation of aquatic ecosystems and fishery resources. Others have found roles in specialized publications focused on recreational angling, where they contribute their knowledge of tackle, bait, and other fishing equipment. Some graduates have secured positions with manufacturers of these angling products, contributing to their development and innovation. Public aquaria also employ graduates to care for and exhibit various aquatic species. Additionally, graduates work in fisheries enforcement, ensuring the responsible and sustainable use of aquatic resources. In the research and development realm, graduates serve as lab technicians and researchers, advancing our scientific understanding of aquatic systems. The education and teaching sector also benefits from the expertise of these graduates, who share their knowledge with students at various levels. Finally, some graduates have become fish farmers and managers, applying their skills to the cultivation and stewardship of aquatic life for commercial or recreational purposes.

Requirement for admission
Undergraduate Programme

The minimum admission requirements for undergraduate programs at Colegio Real University include the following:

A candidate shall possess the SSCE/NECO/GCE or equivalent with credit passes in five subjects in not more than two sittings including English and Mathematics. A candidate shall, in addition, have an acceptable score in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME);

  1. A pass at Lower Credit/Merit level in relevant National Diploma programme or equivalent NCE (JUPEP & IJEMB) in addition to meeting the Ordinary Level requirements for admission into undergraduate programmes.
  2. Two “A” Level passes in relevant subjects with SSCE/NECO/GCE “O” Level credit passes in 5 subjects obtained in not more than two sittings.
  3. Three “A” Level passes in relevant subjects with SSCE/NECO/GCE “O” Level credit passes in 3 subjects obtained in not more than two sittings.
  4. In all cases, an “O” Level credit in English Language and Mathematics shall be required. In addition, admission into undergraduate degree programmes of the University is based on the faculty and departmental requirements stated below

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