About Diploma In Aquaculture (fish Farming And Fishery Management) in Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology
This programme will prepare you to work in the aquaculture industry and create a pathway towards management.
There is a need for qualified and professional people to work in the aquaculture industry. You’ll gain knowledge and skills in aquaculture systems, how they work, and how to best manage them.
On the programme you will have on average one field trip a week and experience work placements. You will also become familiar with basic aquatic species biology, aquatic ecology, managing people in the workplace and business management.
The programme is practical and allow to you to get out into industry quite quickly and with a qualification. This programme was developed in consultation with industry including, New Zealand King Salmon, Sealord, Aquaculture New Zealand, Aotearoa Seafoods and Marine Farming Association of NZ.
Industry based learning
Students learn to apply theoretical knowledge to the workplace through practical sessions, as well as through site visits and specific work-based training placements. On average you will experience around a field trip a week.
Career opportunities and pathways
As a successful graduate of this programme you will be able to effectively and confidently join the aquaculture workforce as operators and technicians on a pathway toward management.
You will be able to evaluate fin fish and shellfish, know how to set up and maintain aquaculture systems, and how to best manage an aquaculture team.
You may also go on to further study such as a degree in Aquaculture and Marine Conservation.
Graduates of the Diploma in Aquaculture (Fish Farming and Fishery Management) can gain roles in
- Commercial Aquaculture
- Research
- Sales and Marketing
- Enhancement Culture
- Fisheries Consulting
Academic qualification equivalents
- Higher Secondary Certificate / Standard 12.
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS : overall academic score of at least 6.0 (with at least 5.5 in each band)
- TOEFL : Score of 60 (with a writing score of 20)
- PTE : Academic) score of 50
Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology Tuition Fees
| Courses |
Duration |
Tuition Fees |
| Engineering (1 Courses) |
2 year |
NZD 18000 |
| Information Technology (IT) (1 Courses) |
1 year |
NZD 18000 |
| Banking & Finance (1 Courses) |
3 year |
NZD 18000 |
| Management (4 Courses) |
18 Month - 2 Year |
NZD 16500 - NZD 20000 |
Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology Average tution Fees and Cost of living
| Study costs per year |
|
| Student Services Levy |
$240 |
| Programme fees (approx. depending on programme) |
$18,000 |
| Stationery and textbooks (approx. depending on programme) |
$500 |
| Other costs per year |
|
| Homestay (up to $350 per week for 40 weeks) |
$14,000 |
| Medical and Travel Insurance |
$585 |
| General Living Expenses |
$7,000 |
| Cost comparisons |
|
| Big Mac |
$5.00 |
| Bottle of Coke (600ml) |
$4.00 |
| Petrol per litre (fluctuates) |
$2.00 |
| Movie tickets |
$12.50 |
| Pair of Levi jeans |
$130 |
| Takeaway meal |
$10-$15 |
| Rice 1 kg |
$3.00 |
| Going out for dinner |
$30-50 |
