The full Masters course is divided into six taught modules and a single research project module. The overall course is divided into three parts:

Foundation modules (September to November)
There are two compulsory modules taken consecutively which give a broad introduction to aquaculture science and practice. The first focuses on aquaculture species systems and environments and their interaction in relation to fish health and welfare. The second module considers aquaculture as a commercial activity its governance and insights into aquaculture in practice. This is important for understanding the context within which fish health management decisions must be taken.

Advanced modules (November to April)
There are four advanced modules which cover essential diagnostic skills for viral bacterial and parasitic diseases treatments and toxicology epidemiology and overall health control strategies. Any three of these modules may be taken as a Postgraduate Certificate in Aquaculture Health Management. Completion of all four advanced modules together with the two foundation modules can be recognised with the award of Postgraduate Diploma in Aquatic Pathobiology.

Research Project module (April to September)
The Research Project module involves independent research in many areas of aquatic animal health. These projects are mostly laboratory based and often result in peer-reviewed publications. Successful completion of the module following the foundation and advanced modules will qualify you for an MSc Aquatic Pathobiology.

Modules
The module information below provides an example of the types of course module you may study. The details listed are for the current academic year (September 2022). Modules and start dates are regularly reviewed and may be subject to change in future years.

Year 1 Autumn semester
Compulsory module

Module Credits
Foundations of Aquatic Production (AQUPGA1) 20 credits
Compulsory module

Module Credits
Aquaculture in Practice (AQUPGA2) 20 credits
Compulsory module

Module Credits
Aquaculture Diagnosis Skills 1 Histopathology and Viral Disease (AQUPGV1) 20 credits
Year 1 Spring semester
Year 1 Summer semester

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