Bachelor of Science in Wildlife & Fisheries Management
(Fisheries Management Track)

The Bachelor of Science in Wildlife and Fisheries Management (Fisheries Management Track) from Texas Tech University is a degree program that produces graduates who are certifiable as fisheries scientists by the American Fisheries  Society.   Students    graduate   with a working  knowledge   of   fisheries  biology,  fisheries ecology, freshwater ecology, population management, and habitat management.  The philosophy of the Department is to give students experience in applied fisheries management programs that will prepare them for challenging careers in the field of natural resource management with government agencies, consulting firms, and conservation organizations.  After completion of this degree program, one will be qualified as a fisheries manager, fisheries consultant, and fisheries biologist with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Texas Parks & Wildlife Department, or as a fisheries biologist with a private firm.  Additionally, many of our graduates further their education by pursuing Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees.

Faculty Involvement

Faculty members in the Department of Natural Resources Management are recognized authorities in the areas of freshwater ecology, fisheries management, and fisheries ecology.  Diverse fisheries research programs provide many opportunities for students to become involved in the scientific process and gain valuable training and experience.  One example has been student involvement in routine sampling. Each year faculty members evaluate largemouth bass, striped bass, and paddlefish populations with a variety of sampling gears including hoop nets, seines and electrofishing with the assistance of student volunteers.  Such hands-on activities with fish populations have proven to be valuable experiences for many of our students.

The Department of Natural Resources Management at Texas Tech University is committed to undergraduate education and successful employment of our students following graduation.  If we can help you in any way, please contact us at: 

       Department of Natural
      Resources Management
      Texas Tech University
      Lubbock, TX  79409-2125
      Phone:     (806) 742-2842
      FAX:       (806) 742-2280

If you wish to receive an application for admission, course schedule, or catalog, please write to: 
     
Office of Admissions and Records
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX  79409-5015
Phone:  (806) 742-3661