On successful completion of the programme:

Knowledge The candidate:

• has broad knowledge of important topics and methods within the aquaculture industry
• is familiar with research and development work in the field of aquaculture
• can update his/her knowledge in the field of aquaculture -biology, -economics and -leadership
• has knowledge of the aquaculture history, traditions, distinctive character and place in society

Skills The candidate:

• can apply academic knowledge and relevant results of research and development work to practical and theoretical problems and make well-founded choices
• can reflect upon his/her own academic practice and adjust it under supervision
• can find, evaluate and refer to information and scholarly subject matter and present it in a manner that sheds light on the problem
• masters relevant scholarly tools, techniques and forms of communication used in the aquaculture industry

General competence The candidate:

• has insight into relevant academic and professional ethical issues related to the aquaculture industry
• can plan and carry out varied assignments and projects over time, alone or as part of a group, and in accordance with ethical requirements and principles for the aquaculture industry
• can communicate important academic subject matters in the field of aquaculture biology, technology and economics both in writing, orally and on web.
• can exchange opinions and experiences with others with similar background from the aquaculture sector, thereby contributing to the development of good practice
• is familiar with new thinking and innovation processes in aquaculture

Higher Education Entrance Qualification

English language proficiency

View general admission and documentation requirements

Ever thought of spending part of your degree in another part of the world?

The program makes internationalization possible in the fourth semester. The students can then choose to have a 15-week internship in a national or international company. Aquaculture industries are a global industry, where many of our cooperative companies also have activity abroad.

Below you will find an overview of our partner universities where you, as a student in Aquaculture Management, can travel to:

AUSTRALIA
James Cook University

NEW ZAELAND
Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology

CANADA
Vancouver Island University

USA
Humboldt State University
University of New England

NETHERLANDS
Wageningen University

SCOTLAND
University of Stirling

In addition to the semester fee and syllabus literature, students are expected to have a laptop with microphone and camera. Students must purchase their own laboratory coat for use in courses with laboratory exercises.

Costs for excursions may apply, max NOK 2000,-.

Costs for travel and accomodation in relation to the placement apply. 

The Norwegian system for grading and assessment using the letter grades A - F, in which A denotes the best/highest grade and F denotes "not passed". Work can also be assessed as "passed", "not passed", "approved" and "not approved".

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