Students learn the principals of tropical aquaculture and gain technical skills in the world’s fastest-growing food production sector. Focusing on fish, shellfish and pearls, students develop a theoretical and practical understanding of the science of fish farming. Build professional skills for working in research, stock improvement, and the harvesting and processing of product. Experience learning in the state-of-the-art JCU Marine Aquaculture Field Station and participate in placements with industry partners. Career opportunities Gain significant employability skills to work as a science professional in Australia and internationally. JCU graduates work across the public or private sector for business, government, educational, research and not for profit agencies. Develop your career as a: Biologist Conservation agent Educator Environmental manager Field or laboratory technician Geologist Research scientist Resource consultant Science communicator JCU students increase their employability by either diversifying their portfolio of subjects or deepening their areas of specialisations.