BSc - Aquaculture as a major
Major
Aquaculture is only available in Tauranga.
If you're intrigued by the natural world around you, or enjoy understanding how things work, Waikato's Bachelor of Science (BSc) is what you're looking for. Putting into practice what you learn in your lectures is a major part of this degree. You will gain hands-on experience with some of the most up-to-date and high-tech computing facilities and laboratory equipment.
By studying Aquaculture as a major at the University of Waikato’s Tauranga campus, you will be at the centre of New Zealand’s prime growth area for aquaculture.
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Key information
| Years: | 3 |
|---|---|
| Points: | 360 |
| Start Dates: | Trimester A (March) and Trimester B (July) |
| Estimated Fees* (Domestic): | $7,608 per year |
| Estimated Fees* (International): | $34,745 - $36,480 per year |
| Entry Requirements: | Undergraduate International |
| Area of Study: | |
| *Tuition fees shown are indicative only and may change. There are additional fees and charges related to enrolment please see the Table of Fees and Charges for more information. You will be sent an enrolment agreement which will confirm your fees. | |
Career opportunities
- Aquaculture entrepreneur
- Aquaculture policy advisor/manager
- Consultant
- Farm manager
- Fishery officer
- Hatchery manager
- Quality control specialist
- Research assistant
- Research and development coordinator
- Saltwater production manager
- Science technician
- Scientist
Degree Planner
Degree planner — BSc in Aquaculture (Tauranga campus)*
If no point value is listed, papers are worth 15 points. This structure applies to study at our Tauranga campus only, starting in 2021.
Year 1
One from List A:
Science Fundamentals
One from List A:
Science Fundamentals
One from List A:
Science Fundamentals
One from List C:
Science Numeracy
Elective
Elective
Year 2
One from List C:
Science Numeracy
Elective
Elective
Elective
Year 3
One 300 level paper**
One 300 level paper**
One 300 level paper**
One from List B:
Work-Integrated Learning
Elective
Elective
Elective
- Major
- Compulsory
- Elective
*Please note this major is only available in Tauranga.
**300 level papers
This information is provisional and subject to change.BSc Papers - Tauranga
Lists A, B and C
List A: Science Fundamentals papers
A range of STEM papers to broaden your scientific skill set.
Choose three of:
- AQCUL101 Introduction to Aquaculture
- BIOEB102 Introduction to Ecology and Biodiversity
- CHEMY100 Chemistry in Context
- ENGEN110 Engineering Mechanics
- ENGEN111 Electricity and Elements
- ENGEN112 Materials Science and Engineering
- ENGEN170 Engineering and Society
- ENGEN180 Foundations of Engineering
- ENVSC101 Environmental Sciences
- MARIN101 Marine Biodiversity
List B: Work-Integrated Learning papers
Choose one of:
List C: Science Numeracy papers
Across your degree, you should take two papers which increases your confidence in quantitative science. In many cases this will be met through papers ordinarily selected.
Choose 30 points from the following:
Papers
Papers available within Aquaculture
The major in Aquaculture provides students with the opportunity to develop graduate attributes that are recognised as appropriate by professional scientists working within the broad subject areas of whole organism biology, ecology and biodiversity, and that are well suited to related employment opportunities within their chosen discipline subjects.
Aquaculture is available as a first major for the Bachelor of Science (BSc). Aquaculture may also be taken as a second major or minor in other undergraduate degrees, subject to approval of the Division in which the student is enrolled.
To complete Aquaculture as a single major for the BSc, students must gain 135 points including 105 points above 100 level, and 60 points above 200 level. Students must complete AQCUL101, MARIN101, AQCUL201, AQCUL202, BIOEB203, EARTH241 and 45 points from AQCUL301, AQCUL302, EARTH341 and MARIN301.
To complete Aquaculture as part of a double major for the BSc or other undergraduate degree, students must gain 120 points including 90 points above 100 level, and 45 points above 200 level. Students must complete AQCUL101, MARIN101, AQCUL201, AQCUL202, BIOEB203, EARTH241 and 30 points from AQCUL301, AQCUL302, EARTH341 and MARIN301, including one of AQCUL301 or AQCUL302.
To complete a minor in Aquaculture, students must complete 60 points from the papers listed for the Aquaculture major, including at least 30 points above 100 level. Students must complete AQCUL101 and 45 points from AQCUL201, AQCUL202, AQCUL301 and AQCUL302.
100 Level
| Code | Paper Title | Points | Occurrence / Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| AQCUL101 | Introduction to Aquaculture - Ahumoana | 15.0 | 23A (Tauranga) |
| This paper has been designed to introduce you to important aspects of the fastest growing food-producing sector in the world. Aquaculture is one of the most efficient food production systems and now provides over 50% of the world's consumed fish. You will learn about the wide range of farmed aquatic organisms from algae to fish. We... | |||
| MARIN101 | Marine Biodiversity - Rerenga Rauropi Taimoana | 15.0 | 23B (Tauranga) |
| This paper provides an introduction to marine ecosystems, the form and function of key marine taxa, the identification of New Zealand marine plants & animals (both indigenous & introduced), and the concepts of Matauranga and biodiversity, as they apply to the coastal marine environment. He whakataki no tenei pepa i te rauropi taimo... | |||
200 Level
| Code | Paper Title | Points | Occurrence / Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| AQCUL201 | Invertebrate and Algal Aquaculture | 15.0 | 23A (Tauranga) |
| This paper will introduce key taxa of invertebrates and algae used in aquaculture, focusing on the biology and physiology of their lifecycles, and common husbandry methods. Particular emphasis will be given to species of relevance to the NZ industry. | |||
| AQCUL202 | Fish Aquaculture | 15.0 | 23B (Tauranga) |
| This paper has been designed to provide a more in-depth knowledge on key fish species that are currently being farmed around the world and within New Zealand. There will be a particular focus on understanding the biology and physiology of the organism's lifecycle and how this knowledge enables the technology being used in productio... | |||
| BIOEB203 | Animal Structure and Function | 15.0 | 23A (Hamilton) & 23A (Tauranga) |
| This paper is an integrated theoretical and experimental study of the principles of animal structure and function. Comparative aspects will be emphasised in how animals adapt to their environment. Topics covered include homeostasis, the function of major organ systems, ecophysiology, musculoskeletal design and locomotion. An introd... | |||
| EARTH241 | Oceanography | 15.0 | 23B (Hamilton) & 23B (Tauranga) |
| This paper introduces students to the broad scale properties, issues, and research importance of the global ocean via the main disciplines of oceanography: particularly biological, chemical, geological and physical oceanography | |||
300 Level
| Code | Paper Title | Points | Occurrence / Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| AQCUL301 | Aquaculture Industry and Innovation | 15.0 | 23A (Tauranga) |
| This paper will provide a wider scope on the aquaculture industry beyond production biology. There is a specific focus on the concept of innovation and how this solution driven approach is being used to develop an efficient and sustainable industry. The course covers a range of topics using specialist guest lecturers to explore ind... | |||
| AQCUL302 | Research Tools for the Aquaculture Industry | 15.0 | 23B (Tauranga) |
| Research and development is essential to develop an efficient and sustainable aquaculture industry. This paper provides students with a knowledge and working experience of a number of modern laboratory techniques that help researchers understand the physiology of farmed organisms to inform and innovate husbandry practise. This has ... | |||
| EARTH341 | Coastal Oceanography | 15.0 | 23A (Hamilton) & 23A (Tauranga) |
| This paper focuses on the physical oceanography of the coastal zone. Topics include estuarine circulation, wind driven currents on the shelf, longwaves, resonance, seiching, methodologies for quantifying processes and coastal responses, waves and surfzone processes. | |||
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