Postgraduate Diploma in Sustainable Aquaculture

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Locations and dates

Nelson:

19 July 2021

21 February 2022
Study options

Full time or part time
Length

1 year fulltime or 2-3 years part time
Total credits

120
Fees

2020: $7,064 plus $240 Student Services Levy, 2021: $7,203 plus $240 Student Services Levy

A Compulsory Student Services Fee also applies ($240 for fulltime students).
Fees listed are for each year of the programme, indicative only and may vary with course selection. View course details for individual fees.
National qualification code

NE4863 - Postgraduate Diploma in Sustainable Aquaculture

This one year programme is designed to build on scientific knowledge gained from your previous degree level study and give you practical experience to work daily in a marine environment.

If you have a science degree and want to work in the field of marine biology. This qualification is for you.

Aquaculture is the fastest growing food production industry in the world
You will work in a highly sustainable industry
Through the programme you will make contacts in industry and research that can lead to employment
You will learn to put marine biology theory into practice.

This programme will give you an advanced theoretical understanding and the technical and practical skills related to sustainable aquaculture practices.

It will provide you with the skills to critically assess aquaculture systems. As part of an internship or in your existing employment, you will also complete an industry research project.

This will encourage you to support the development of sustainable growth in the aquaculture sector through innovation. The programme has been developed in consultation with the aquaculture and scientific community as well as industry representatives.

It is designed to be flexible enough to meet today’s needs and those of the future, locally, nationally and internationally.