A Master of Science (Aquaculture Science and Technology) is the course you need to specialise your skills in the growing field of aquaculture. From cultivating and breeding aquaculture species to managing and conserving critical aquaculture environments, this course looks at current practices in the industry and explores issues for future sustainability. You might pursue a career in research, environmental care, conservation or natural resource management. The Master of Science (Aquaculture Science and Technology) includes core subjects such as feeding and nutrition, propagation, hatchery techniques and sustainable aquaculture. You’ll also be able to choose from a range of elective topics like stock improvement, ecological dynamics, bioinformatics and field techniques. You might choose to study geographic information systems, remote sensing, data mining and marine sensor technologies. Enquire now for a full list of study units, entry requirements and start dates.
Entry requirements for the Master of Science (Aquaculture Science and Technology) vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.
If you don't meet the standard entry criteria, enquire with a course provider to discuss alternative entry pathways.
Course fees vary depending on the course provider.
The Master of Science (Aquaculture Science and Technology) will prepare you for the following roles.
A Fisheries Officer takes part in patrols of marine and freshwater waterways to ensure fisheries resources are being used sustainably. You’ll make...
An Aquaculture Technician is involved with the daily operations on an aquatic farm or hatchery. Your work will involve breeding, harvesting and tra...
An Aquaculture Worker performs a range of tasks at an aquaculture facility. You might be involved with breeding fish stock or maintaining tanks and...
An Aquaculture Manager oversees the general running of an aquatic farming operation or hatchery. Your role will involve everything from breeding ne...
A Farm Manager oversees the general running of a farm to make sure everything is operating effectively and profitably. The Farm Manager will not on...
A Fisheries Scientist studies aquatic organisms and their ecosystems to ensure sustainable fishing practices and the health of aquatic environments...
A Marine Biologist studies animals and plants living in the ocean. You might conduct field work, take samples and conduct tests on a range of speci...
An Animal Health Officer monitors and promotes the health and well-being of animals. You might work in government agencies, agricultural facilities...
A Research Scientist collects and analyses information from scientific tests, trials and experiments. You might work in a particular field of scien...
A Biosecurity Officer performs a range of duties to prevent negative impacts from environmental pests and diseases. You might work at a border chec...
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