PG Diploma/MSc Sustainable Aquaculture
Starting in September 2011 the School of Biology, University of St Andrews and the TheFishSite.com will offer an e-learning Postgraduate Diploma and MSc course in Sustainable Aquaculture.
Aquaculture is one of the world's fastest growing industries, with an average growth rate of over 8% per year for the past 10 years. More than half of all the aquatic food species consumed are now produced from aquaculture and it is estimated that a further 40 million tonnes of aquatic food will be required by 2030 to supply the continuing increase in demand.
The aquaculture industry will face many challenges over the next few years to be economically, socially and environmentally sustainable. The industry will require highly educated, trained and experienced staff to address successfully these key issues and to meet further anticipated future growth.
The course structure is modular and taught part time via an e-learning platform allowing students the maximum flexibility to complete their studies while continuing in their employment.
The course is aimed at those who wish to gain an advanced postgraduate level professional qualification in order to promote their career prospects. Graduates will typically pursue a career in higher level management, research and development or business development within the global aquaculture business. The course includes aquaculture in all regions of the world and is particularly suited for those looking to focus on the rapidly growing Asian and South American markets.
More information is available at http://www.thefishsite.com/learn