Combine studies in aquacultural production technologies and business skills with scientific study of the diversity of life in the sea. This double specialisation will equip you to take up positions in either the research or applied science sectors. What you will study First year A typical first year may include: core topics in the evolution of biological diversity, the molecular basis of life, introduction to aquaculture, introduction to marine biology, marine sciences, the nature of science, and biostatistics a topic in chemical structure and bonding or general chemistry Second year A typical second year may include: core topics in experimental design and statistics for biology; genetics, evolution and biodiversity; ecology; animal diversity; aquaculture nutrition and water quality; aquaculture systems and technology; marine ecology; and coasts and oceans Third year A typical third year may include: core topics in plant and algal diversity; aquaculture reproduction; aquaculture health and product quality; fisheries biology, science and management; entrepreneurship and small business; and a biology research project a topic in conservation biology and restoration ecology or marine mammals, birds and reptiles a selection of biology or business topics Honours year A typical honours year may include: a major marine biology and aquaculture research thesis allowing high-performing students to progress to a higher degree by research further development of professional skills, particularly those relevant to research and development Your career Potential occupations include: aquaculture development officer/consultant fisheries management officer policy officer, invasive marine species program fisheries biologist fisheries research assistant