Overview

The Graduate Diploma in Science (Aquaculture) requires 1 year of full-time study (or the equivalent part-time). The course specialisation is offered by the College of Science and Engineering.The course specialisation articulates with the 18 unit Graduate Certificate in Science (Aquaculture) and the Master of Science (Aquaculture), and the sequentially developed … For more content click the Read More button below.

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Aims

The primary aim of this course specialisation is to facilitate skills transfer from another relevant area of science to the study of aquaculture. The specific aims include:

  • Gaining advanced theoretical and technical knowledge in aquaculture and specialised skills in global aquaculture farming and practice
  • Applying key knowledge in nutrition, water quality, reproduction, production quality and health issues relevant to global aquaculture
  • Understanding of aquaculture operations through a combination of theoretical coursework and technical practicals
  • Ability to apply numerical and statistical skills relevant to aquaculture
  • High level skills in design of aquaculture facilities
  • Training for independent thinking and complex problem solving skills in aquaculture
  • The ability to work independently and as a member of a team

Learning outcomes

On completion of the course you will be able to:
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Competently apply skills and comprehensive knowledge in global aquaculture to the profession
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Apply knowledge of aquaculture nutrition, water quality, reproduction, production quality and health for the management of global aquaculture operations
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Apply numerical skills relevant to aquaculture production
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Communicate effectively complex aquaculture concepts to a variety of audiences
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Work and learn independently

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