Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Science (Aquaculture) requires 0.5 years 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 36 unit Graduate Diploma in Science (Aquaculture) and the 72 unit Master of Science (Aquaculture), and the … For more content click the Read More button below.

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Admission requirements

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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 theoretical and technical knowledge in aquaculture and specialised skills in global aquaculture farming and practice
  • Applying knowledge in nutrition, water quality reproduction, or production quality and health issues relevant to global aquaculture
  • Understanding of aquaculture operations through a combination of theoretical coursework and technical practicals
  • Training for independent thinking and problem solving skills in aquaculture

Learning outcomes

On completion of the course you will be able to:
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Apply specialised skills and comprehensive knowledge in global aquaculture
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Apply key knowledge in aquaculture nutrition, water quality and reproduction, or production quality and health for the management of global aquaculture operations to the profession
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Work independently and as a member of a team for a common goal
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Work and learn independently
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Communicate aquaculture concepts to a variety of audiences

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