What makes this course unique?
The top-up builds upon the FdSc and equips students with the skills and knowledge to enter fishery management, aquaculture production and several fish related industries. Combining practical and academic skills the course prepares graduates to contribute to the fast‑growing aquaculture and fisheries industry.
Students gain access to extensive innovative technology and the opportunity to undertake industry related placements with our excellent sector links.
Qualification: Level 6
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Duration: 1 year
UCAS Code: D435
Institution Code: S34
What you’ll learn
Gain a wide range of knowledge in subjects such as fish anatomy and physiology, business and environmental management and aquaculture through a combination of practical and theoretical sessions.
Contribute to industry research furthering our understanding of fish nutrition, participate in fieldwork comparing and contrasting industry site visits, and explore grading and spawning of fish in both our aquatic centres to further the genetics of our broodstock.
Modules
- Applied Fishery Science
- Development of Fish Production and Processing
- Environmental Management
- Enterprise and Management
- Dissertation and Data Analysis
- Professional and Industrial Development
How you’ll be assessed
Our assessments mirror the challenges you will face in your career, combining academic depth with practical application:
- Research that addresses real‑world problems
- Field‑based assignments that allow you to showcase your skills to employers
- A range of presentation types and written assignments that develop key graduate skills such as communication expertise.
How you’ll be taught
Contact time: Three days per week plus independent study time.
Entry requirements
FdSc or HND in Aquaculture, Fishery Management or related subjects
Plus GCSEs in Maths and English at grade 4/C or above or Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English.
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