303384 v.2 Bachelor of Science (Aquatic Resources and Fisheries Management)
BSc(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 041786K
Registered Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 3 Years
Introduction
Sustainable management of aquatic resources and fisheries is based on a sound understanding of the science and technology of these disciplines as well as on economics and natural resources management principles. This course focuses on developing an understanding of fisheries management, resource economics and sustainability and environmental management. Graduates of the program are equipped to pursue careers in government agencies responsible for fisheries management, environmental management and in private companies whose operations involve utilising freshwater and marine resources. The curriculum offers the generalised learning program which emphasises analytical, management, leadership, communication and interpersonal skills. It also engages studentsin the practice of science and technology and management of fisheries and other aquatic resources through appropriate practical programs.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
None. TEE mathematics subject, chemistry, and biology are desirable. Additionally for Aquaculture or Aquatic Resources - accounting and economics are also desirable. Applicants who have not passed TEE mathematics will be required to pass an approved bridging unit.
Specific Requirements
STAT elements considered are E and either V or Q.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis. Recognition may be awarded for approved TAFE units.
Duration and Availability
The course is three years full-time or equivalent part-time study.
Course Organisation
Visits to commercial enterprises in Western Australia are a vital part of the course.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials.
Course Structure |
Hrs/Wk |
Credit |
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Year 1 Semester 1 |
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| 1754 | v.6 | Cell Biology 101 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303227 | v.2 | Communications 101 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 303331 | v.2 | Introductory Aquaculture 101 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303337 | v.2 | Aquaculture Mathematics 101 | 2.5 | 12.5 | |
| 7078 | v.6 | Chemistry 141 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 1 Semester 2 |
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| 302467 | v.2 | Introduction to Microbiology 132 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 303232 | v.2 | Agribusiness Systems 102 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303341 | v.2 | Aquatic Biology 102 | 4.0 | 12.5 | |
| 303343 | v.2 | Aquaculture Technology 102 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 308403 | v.1 | Aquaculture Chemistry 102 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 2 Semester 1 |
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| 13087 | v.5 | Aquatic Ecosystems 201 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303374 | v.2 | Dynamics of Populations 201 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 308405 | v.1 | Physiology of Aquatic Animals 201 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 8306 | v.9 | Quantitative Biology 201 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 2 Semester 2 |
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| 13090 | v.3 | Aquatic Environmental Management 202 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303355 | v.2 | Aquaculture Health Management 202 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 303356 | v.2 | Seafood Hygiene and Microbiology 202 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 303362 | v.2 | Aquaculture Economics and Policy 202 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT 1 OPTION | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 3 Semester 1 |
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| 11929 | v.5 | Fisheries Resource Management 301 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 13091 | v.3 | Genetics and Stock Improvement 301 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303363 | v.3 | Aquatic Science Research Project 301 | 4.0 | 12.5 | |
| 304240 | v.2 | Environmental and Resource Economics 301 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT 1 OPTION | 12.5 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 3 Semester 2 |
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| 11932 | v.6 | Seafood Business Studies 302 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 13105 | v.3 | Fisheries Resource Management 302 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303367 | v.2 | Aquatic Resource Management 302 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT 1 OPTION | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select From in Year 2 Semester 2 | Hrs/Wk | Credits | |||
| 11933 | v.7 | Hatchery Technology 202 | 38.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303361 | v.2 | Finfish Aquaculture 202 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303373 | v.2 | # | Aquaculture Study Tour 202 | 5.0 | 25.0 |
| Optional Units to Select From in Year 3 Semester 1 | Hrs/Wk | Credits | |||
| 13093 | v.4 | Integrated Aquaculture 201 | 5.0 | 12.5 | |
| 307365 | v.1 | Aquaculture Technology 201 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 308406 | v.1 | Seafood Technology 311 | 5.0 | 12.5 | |
| Optional Units to Select From in Year 3 Semester 2 | Hrs/Wk | Credits | |||
| 11930 | v.5 | Aquaculture Practice 302 | 35.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11934 | v.6 | Aquatic Science Research Project 302 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11952 | v.7 | Aquaculture Nutrition 302 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 13094 | v.3 | Mollusc Aquaculture 302 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303382 | v.2 | International Aquaculture Study Tour 302 | 13.0 | 25.0 | |
| # | Students may also undertake this Study Tour unit in Year 3, Semester 2. | ||||
Availability
| Year | Location | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# | |
| 2005 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2005 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
#Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
Curtin University of Technology
Current as of: November 2, 2004
CRICOS provider code 00301J