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Postgraduate Diploma in Aquaculture at Stellenbosch University

Stellenbosch University, South Africa

Programme overview

The Postgraduate Diploma in Aquaculture expands knowledge in aquaculture and introduces research methodology, with development of writing and presentation skills. A high level of theoretical engagement is expected, to the level of a four-year agriculture bachelor's degree at NQF level 8.

Faculty: Faculty of AgriSciences  |  Department: Animal Sciences  |  Duration: One year  |  Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Compulsory modules cover aquaculture production and management systems I and II, aquaculture review, assessment and project development I and II, and scientific skills in Animal Science, plus two electives from aquaculture products, introduction to aquaponics, aquaculture ecology, aquaculture nutrition and advanced aquaponics technologies.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An applicable three-year BSc degree with an average final mark of 60% for the major subject. Selection is competitive.

The application fee is R100 for South African citizens, permanent residents and refugee, asylum seeker and diplomatic status holders, and R400 for international applicants. Stellenbosch Business School applicants pay R1050 for the MBA and R850 for other SBS programmes. Some applicants are exempt; application fees are non-refundable.

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