The Fishery Development program at Nanjing Agricultural University is an applied agricultural discipline within the Wuxi Fisheries College that focuses on the sustainable growth, management and innovation of the fisheries and aquaculture industries. It combines principles from aquatic biology, economics, resource management and fishery economics to prepare students to understand and support the development of inland and coastal fisheries, aquaculture systems, aquatic product supply chains, and rural fishing-based economies. The curriculum typically covers topics such as fishery resource assessment, aquatic ecology, fishery policy and regulation, market analysis, rural development strategies, and fishery enterprise management, blending scientific knowledge with practical skills in planning and decision-making. Graduates are equipped to work in fishery planning and management, aquaculture development, fishery economics and consulting, government and policy agencies, and industry-level strategy roles, contributing to the sustainable utilization of fishery resources and the economic growth of aquatic food sectors. The program reflects NAU’s strengths in aquatic sciences and supports national and regional goals for responsible fishery development and food security.

NOTE: The university may have additional program-specific eligibility requirements. It is recommended to verify these on the official university website.