Course Information

Mode: Onsite

Duration: 2 years

Intakes:

June & November

Campus: Johor

Type: Full-time Study

Conducted in Malaysia: Yes

Level of Study: Diploma Level

Field of Study: Agriculture, Forestry, Fishery & Veterinary

Faculty: Faculty of Applied Sciences

Awarding Country: Malaysia

Exam Body: Internal Qualification, Malaysia

Fees: RM19,300

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Course Overview

This programme provides students with the scientific knowledge and skills in aquaculture and forms a link for those who wish to embark on a career in aquaculture industries. The programme covers a wide range of topics in aquaculture setup, water quality, system preparation, feed and nutrition, seed production and nursery, harvesting, aquaponics etc.

This programme also offers hands-on practices, fieldwork, industrial visit and prepares graduates with aquaculture skills and techniques, as well as analytical skills in laboratories, leading to the professionalism in the area of aquaculture. Students will also be taught the fundamental of business and entrepreneurship to help the graduates to venture in aquaculture industries.

Curriculum

Introduction to Aquaculture
Aquaculture System and Practices
Introduction to Entrepreneurship
Commercial Aquaculture Species and Farming
Site Selection, Design and Setup
Aquaculture Environment and Water Quality
Entrepreneurial Practices
System Preparation, Stocking and Management
Small Business Venture
Aquaculture Engineering, Equipment and Tools
Feed and Nutrition
Live Food Species and Production
Introduction to Seed Production and Nursery
Grow-out Technologies and Practices
Harvest, Processing and Post-Harvest
Aquatic Animal Health
Good Aquaculture Practices
Industrial Training

Elective:

Introduction to Aquaponics
Economics and Farm Management
Computer Skills
Information Technology and Systems
Introduction to Business
Introduction to Human Resource Management

Entry Requirements

SPM - 3 Credits in the relevant subjects
O Level - 3 Grade C in the relevant subjects
UEC - 3 Grade B in the relevant subjects
Certificate - Relevant Certificate accreditated by MQA

Compulsory subjects:
SPM Pass/ O Level Grade E (Pass)/ UEC Grade C in one relevant science subject
Note: Students who do not have at least a pass in English Language (SPM/O Level/UEC) must attend TAR UMT Essential English Skills course during their first semester in the programme.

Note:
a) SPM holders must have at least a pass in Bahasa Melayu and SPM holders from Year 2013 onwards must have at least a pass in Sejarah.
b) Students without a credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu are required to pass Bahasa Kebangsaan A before the award of Diploma.
c) Equivalent qualifications/qualifications from other Institution of Higher Learning (IHL) will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
d) Subject to the Ministry of Education latest requirements.

Career Prospects

Sales and Technical
Hatchery Technician
Farm Technician
Laboratory Technician

All fees are in RM (Ringgit Malaysia) currency unless stated otherwise.

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