Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Ocean and Aquaculture Management Honours NQF Level 8
Description of the Qualification
This qualification is to provide student with skills and conceptual knowledge to understand, evaluate and critique contemporary issues in the dynamics of freshwater and marine environments and the sustainable management of aquatic resources. The program emphasizes experiential learning through unique lab and field research opportunities. This includes an overview of fisheries and fishery systems, developing understanding of population dynamics, identifying alternative management systems and policy instruments. This qualification will also emphasize the development of computer-based data analysis skills, formal writing and critical analysis of scientific literature.
Admission / Entry Requirements
Students will be admitted if they hold a Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate Ordinary (NSSCO) or Namibia Senior Secondary Advanced Subsidiary (NSSAS), both or equivalent qualification(s), with a minimum of 25 points in five (5) best subjects with minimum of D in English or equivalent. Students who hold Diploma in Sustainable Ocean and Aquaculture Management (Level 6) will be eligible for admission to this qualification. Students may also enter through mature age. Students awarded with Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Ocean and Aquaculture Management Honours will be eligible for a Master degree in Sustainable Ocean and Aquaculture Management or equivalent qualification at NQF Level 9 in a related field of studies.
Career opportunities
Aspirants in Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Ocean and Aquaculture Management course can pursue careers such as marine/aquatic biologist, environmental specialist, fisheries/biological technician, senior technician, fisheries inspector, fisheries observers, fisheries economist, wastewater treatment analyst, research biologist, habitat restoration specialist, Water quality advisor, etc. These opportunities may be found in public and private sectors such the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources, Fisheries Observer Agency, Fishing industry, Namibia Standard Institution, aquaculture farms, etc.
Qualification structure
YEAR 1 (128 Credits) | ||||||
SEMESTER 1 (62 Credits) (compulsory courses) | ||||||
Course Title | Course Code | Hours | NQF Level | Credits | ||
English Communication and Study Skills |
| 100 | 5 | 10 | ||
English for Academic Purposes |
| 120 | 6 | 10 | ||
Mathematics |
| 100 | 5 | 10 | ||
Physics for Life Sciences |
| 100 | 6 | 10 | ||
Basic IT Skills |
| 100 | 5 | 10 | ||
Introduction to Statistics |
| 100 | 4 | 10 | ||
SEMESTER 2 (66 Credits) | ||||||
Course Title | Course Code | Hours | NQF Level | Credits | ||
Chemistry for Life Sciences |
| 100 | 6 | 10 | ||
Ocean Statistical Assessments I |
| 120 | 7 | 12 | ||
Ocean Dynamics |
| 100 | 6 | 10 | ||
Principles of Aquatic Ecosystems I |
| 100 | 6 | 10 | ||
Principles of Environmental Management and Analysis |
| 120 | 5 | 12 | ||
Ocean Governance I |
| 120 | 6 | 12 | ||
Total Year 1 Hours & Credits |
| 1280 |
| 128 | ||
YEAR 2 (138 Credits) | ||||||
SEMESTER 1 (66 Credits) | ||||||
Course Title | Course Code | Hours | NQF Level | Credits | ||
Marine Conservation Tools |
| 100 | 6 | 10 | ||
Principles of Aquatic Ecosystems II |
| 120 | 7 | 12 | ||
Ocean Governance II |
| 120 | 7 | 12 | ||
Aquatic Biology I |
| 120 | 5 | 12 | ||
Aquatic Ecosystem Services I |
| 100 | 6 | 10 | ||
Natural Resources Economics I |
| 100 | 6 | 10 | ||
SEMESTER 2 (72 Credits) | ||||||
Course Title | Course Code | Hours | NQF Level | Credits | ||
Sustainable Ocean Economy: Food Production |
| 120 | 5 | 12 | ||
Fisheries Management I |
| 120 | 6 | 12 | ||
Aquatic Ecosystem Services II |
| 120 | 7 | 12 | ||
Pollution in Aquatic Systems |
| 120 | 6 | 12 | ||
Ocean Statistical Assessments II |
| 120 | 8 | 12 | ||
Aquaculture Management I |
| 120 | 5 | 12 | ||
Total Year 2 Hours & Credits |
| 1380 |
| 138 | ||
YEAR 3 (142Credits) | ||||||
SEMESTER 1 (44 Credits) | ||||||
Course Title | Course Code | Hours | NQF Level | Credits | ||
Sustainable Ocean Economy: Maritime Traffic |
| 100 | 6 | 10 | ||
Sustainable Ocean Economy: Minerals |
| 100 | 6 | 10 | ||
Sustainable Ocean Economy: Emerging Industries |
| 100 | 7 | 10 | ||
Aquatic Biology II |
| 120 | 7 | 12 | ||
SEMESTER 2 (68 Credits) | ||||||
Course Title | Course Code | Hours | NQF Level | Credits | ||
Introduction to R Programming for Natural Scientists |
| 100 | 7 | 10 | ||
Fisheries Management II |
| 120 | 7 | 12 | ||
Natural Resources Economics II |
| 120 | 8 | 12 | ||
Aquaculture Management II |
| 120 | 8 | 12 | ||
Aquatic Animal Health |
| 120 | 8 | 12 | ||
Geographical Information Systems for Marine Conservation |
| 100 | 8 | 10 | ||
Total Year 3 Hours & Credits |
| 1120 |
| 112 | ||
YEAR 4 (108 Credits) | ||||||
SEMESTER 1 (56 Credits) | ||||||
Course Title | Course Code | Hours | NQF Level | Credits | ||
Statistical Software Packages |
| 120 | 8 | 12 | ||
Molecular Ecology |
| 120 | 8 | 12 | ||
Value Addition to Marine Resources |
| 120 | 7 | 10 | ||
Scientific Writing |
| 100 | 8 | 10 | ||
Climate Change and Aquatic Environment I |
| 100 | 7 | 10 | ||
SEMESTER 2 (52 Credits) | ||||||
Course Title | Course Code | Hours | NQF Level | Credits | ||
Ecosystem-Based Fisheries Management |
| 120 | 8 | 12 | ||
Climate Change and Aquatic Environment II: Carbon Cycle |
| 100 | 8 | 10 | ||
Research Project |
| 300 | 8 | 30 | ||
Total Year 4 Hours & Credits |
| 1080 |
| 108 | ||