Post-Degree Diploma in Fisheries and Aquaculture at Vancouver Island University

Programme overview

The Post-Degree Diploma in Fisheries and Aquaculture is a two semester program for students who have already completed a Bachelor of Science in biology or a related discipline. This program is appropriate for those who want to complement their prior credentials with specialized learning and practical experiences in fisheries, aquaculture, aquatic conservation and/or related fields of research. The Post-Degree Diploma involves a substantial work experience component which may be completed in a variety of settings,

Faculty: Science, Engineering and Technology | Duration: 1 year | Study mode: full-time | Intake: The Post-Degree Diploma in Fisheries and Aquaculture program has one start date each Fall. | Location: Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission guideline requirements to this option are:; minimum “B” average overall in university courses; interview; permission of department.; Notes on Admission; When accepted, students should contact Department Chair or Co-Chair to choose courses for each semester that will cater to their career goals.; Aboriginal students can apply for reserve seats by submitting the Access Initiative for Indigenous Students form.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Most programmes start in September; January intake is offered for some bachelor's degrees and other programmes; many programmes offer alternative start dates throughout the year.

Applications for most academic programs open October 1 in the year before the program start date (applications for programs beginning September 2027 open October 1, 2026); deadlines vary by program.

Application fee: domestic undergraduate $46.98, domestic graduate $121.86, international all programs $156.06 (non-refundable); no application fee for Adult Basic Education.

Apply through the official page: https://www.viu.ca/apply

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