Marine Biology and Sustainable Aquaculture

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What is sustainable aquaculture?

Sustainable aquaculture involves harvesting fish and other marine organisms for consumption in the most environmentally friendly way. Sustainable aquaculture and marine biology combine aquatic science, oceanography, and biology to manage aquatic species.

As a marine biology and sustainable aquaculture major, you’ll learn how to protect, preserve, maintain, and grow marine organisms and environments.

Work to create a better future for our oceans and sea life. Apply to Unity.

Why earn a marine biology and sustainable aquaculture degree from Unity?

Climate change is rapidly altering our oceans. Rising temperatures and pollution are threatening aquatic organisms. We need passionate people like you to drive change.

And that’s why we’re here to help guide you. Our faculty are leaders in their field. We have a dedicated career services department. We offer courses and expeditions to learn from the very things we’re studying.

As a marine biology and sustainable aquaculture major at Unity, you’ll have access to:

• One-on-one advising. Work with trained staff to reach your academic and professional goals.
• Flexible scheduling. Complete your coursework from anywhere while working full-time and balancing life’s responsibilities.
• Relevant concentrations. Pursue one of several concentrations in areas such as environmental GIS and renewable energy.
• Career resources. Browse our online job board and use free tools through our career services department.
• Multiple start dates. Begin your program on your time. Choose from eight year-round start dates.
• Recognized courses. Unity College is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education.

How can you become a marine biologist?

Get your feet wet in a marine biology or aquaculture career. Start with a Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology and Sustainable Aquaculture from Unity College. Our online degree will also prepare you for careers like:

• Ichthyologist
• Marine mammologist
• Microbiologist
• Fishery biologist
• Biological technician
• Field scientist

…and more!

Track populations of marine species. Share your passion for the oceans. Explore the biomedical applications of marine resources. Tackle the world’s food supply challenges. Enter a graduate program. Your options are endless.