S7C Master of Applied Science in Aquaculture as at 14th May, 2002
Master of Applied Science in Aquaculture
Abbreviation: MAppScAqua
Course code: S7C
Course contact (faculty or school) (03) 6324 3801
Introductory comments
This Master of Applied Science program involves a combination of coursework and
research. Students normally are required to undertake the coursework units of the
Graduate Diploma program, a research dissertation, a literature review and work
experience. The research is normally undertaken on campus. The research dissertation is
assessed on the basis of a manuscript and a poster, while the literature review requires a
manuscript and a seminar.
Admission & prerequisites
Either a Bachelor of Science or a Bachelor of Applied Science degree.
Course structure
The full-time program is two years in duration; part-time takes four years.
Articulation
Graduate Diploma in Aquaculture
Doctor of Philosophy
Curriculum
campus-sem
Unit title
Year 1
Nutrition of
L1
Aquatic Organisms
Physiology of
L1
Aquatic Organisms
Technology for
L1
Aquaculture
Intensive Algal
L1
Culture
Intensive
L2
Crustacean &
Zooplankton
Culture
Intensive Finfish
L2
Culture
Aquatic Animal
L2
Health
Intensive
L2
Molluscan Culture
Two weeks work experience is required
Year 2
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University of Tasmania course details
weight
code
12.5%
KQA319
12.5%
KQA330
12.5%
KQA214
12.5%
KQA201
12.5%
KQA228
12.5%
KQA320
12.5%
KQA321
12.5%
KQA303
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S7C Master of Applied Science in Aquaculture as at 14th May, 2002
Scientific Analysis
and Presentation
for Aquaculture
Literature Review
Research
Dissertation
Specialist Practical
Skills
L1
12.5%
KQA302
L1
L1&2
25%
25%/50%
L1&2
0%
KQA817
KQA818 or
KQA819
KQA820 or
KQA821
Note: The following information is NOT included in the printed edition of the Course and
Unit Handbook
Contact
Launceston: Dr Barbara Nowak ph 6324 3814 fax 6324 3804
<B.Nowak@utas.edu.au>B.Nowak
Additional Information
The following information answers some frequently asked questions.
Note, however, details should be confirmed with the appropriate authority
Responsible faculty or school | Faculty of Science and Engineering
Campus(es) offered | Launceston
Mode of delivery | Full time | Part time
Course duration | 2 years minimum (4 semesters) | 4 years maximum (8 semesters)
Costs (course fees only – annual) | HECS: YES
Students enrolled in this course | Total students enrolled last year: 6 | Total students
enrolled this year: 6 | International students last year: 2 | International students this year:
2
Approximate student-staff contact hours | 20 hrs 26 wks
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University of Tasmania course details
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