Diploma in Aquaculture with Entrepreneurship

The Diploma in Aquaculture with Entrepreneurship addresses some key elements such as exploration, improvement and design aspect for all freshwater and marine food resources. In addition, this programme also integrates the business aspects of aquaculture that will enable the graduates to venture into entrepreneurship.
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OVERVIEW

Facts about Aquaculture

Aquaculture is one of the emerging sectors in Mauritius. According to the Aquaculture Master Plan of the Ministry of Blue Economy, Marine Resources, Fisheries and Shipping, there are around 21 sites for aquaculture development. There is a potential for an annual production of 29,000 tonnes of fish in the medium term and may grow to 39,000 tonnes in the coming years that will be mostly from fish farming at sea. This programme will be taught in 4 semesters (2 years) will cover all aspects related to aquaculture such as aquatic health and diseases that is critical to the well being of the fishes. Moreover, the programme include a large part of internship in industry.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

WHO IS THIS FOR?

Anchored on the scientific understanding of aquatic management, this programme addresses the exploration, improvement and conservation of all freshwater and marine food resources. In ensuring students have an edge after graduation, this programme integrates the scientific aspects of aquaculture with the business aspects thus enabling one to venture into commercial activities such as business and entrepreneurship. You will develop the edge needed to thrive in a booming industry and the know-how to balance commercial benefit and sustainability concerns. And with a credential that inspires confidence, you can look forward to make a pertinent contribution in the industry.

DURATION

COURSE CONTENT

SEMESTER 1	SEMESTER 2	Semester 3
Fundamentals of Logistics. Introduction to Information Technology. Issues in Mauritian Economy. Professional Ethics. Technical Mathematics 1. Fundamentals of Transportation. Competency English. Business French. Foreign Language (Optional).	Basic Statistics. Principles of Economics. Principles of Management. Interpersonal Skills. Introduction to Entrepreneurship. Communication English. Business French. Foreign Language (Optional).	Introduction of Project Management. Managing Transport Operations. Customs and Excise. Material Handling and Packaging. Passenger Transport Operations. Technical Mathematics 2. Communication English 2. Business French. Foreign Language (Optional).

SEMESTER 4
Fish Nutrition & Feed Technology Seafood Industry. Aquaculture Species Selection & Development: Project 2. Introduction to Biological Research and Analysis. Coop 1. Business Communication for Diploma. Selective Breeding & Hybridization in Aquaculture. Coop 2. Foreign language (Optional).

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

AWARDING BODY

FEES

The cost of the course will vary according to the mode of delivery (full time/part time) you will opt. We are one of the institutions offering the same course at a very affordable price that suit your budget. Should you wish to sit for an examination, additional fees will be applicable depending on the examination centre.

Local

International

Application Fee: Rs 1,000

Admin Fee: Rs 4,500

Tuition Fee: Rs 60, 000 /Year

If you have not completed any recognised Diploma or Degree before, then you will definitely enjoy the privilege under the Free Tertiary Education Scheme (FTES) for the whole duration of course, offered by the Ministry of Education, Tertiary Education, Science and Technology. Only Application and Administration fee will be applicable.

We offer competitive international fees. Kindly contact the student affair officer on ‘studentaffairs@poly.ac.mu’ for more information.

Pamplemousses

Campus

Powder Mills
Pamplemousses

T: 230 260 0500

Pamplemousses Campus

Powder Mills
Pamplemousses

T: 230 260 0500

Pamplemousses

Campus

Powder Mills
Pamplemousses

T: 230 260 0500

Montagne Blanche

Campus

Royal Road
Montagne Blanche

T: 230 460 0362

Montagne Blanche Campus

Royal Road
Montagne Blanche

T: 230 460 0362

Montagne Blanche

Campus

Royal Road
Montagne Blanche

T: 230 460 0362

Reduit Campus

Headquarters

Reduit Triangle
Moka

T: 230 460 0705

Reduit Campus Headquarters

Reduit Triangle
Moka

T: 230 460 0705

Reduit Campus Headquarters

Reduit Triangle
Moka

T: 230 460 0705

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