Part-Time FdSc FISHERIES MANAGEMENT

Focusing on the preservation of fisheries and fish husbandry, this programme develops multi-skilled graduates suitable for a number of positions throughout the industry. You will gain a comprehensive grounding in fisheries management, aquatic ecology and aquaculture.

UCAS Course Code: ND24 H FdSc/LLMF

Entry Requirements

80 UCAS points: 1 A level at Grade C or above or National Diploma at PPM or equivalent supported by GCSEs.

Additional Experience
Life experiences are taken into account when considering applications.

Location
Hadlow

Course Duration
Full time: 2 years, 2 days per week. Part time: 3 years, 1 1/2 day per week.

Course Content

Year 1

• Fishery management practices 1
• Fish farming and aquaculture
• Fish health and biology
• Principles of business management
• Work-based learning

Year 2

• Fishery management practices 2
• Research skills
• Environmental management
• Nutritional analysis
• Work-based learning

Over the two years, each summer will be spent working in the fisheries industry.

Assessment Method
Coursework (written assignments, projects, presentations and work based assessment) as well as end of unit examinations.

Progression Routes
Successful students can progress onto a relevant BSc (Hons) programme. Alternatively, they may pursue a career in a number of positions throughout the industry.

Specialist Equipment Needed
Protective clothing and footwear in a dark colour, chest waders or a dry suit and neoprene gloves.