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Overview
Current research includes rearing fish and shrimp in irrigation systems, fish and shrimp nutrition and pathology, re-use of effluents as fertilizers for field crops and improving soils with fish wastes, and sustainable systems including aquaponics and integrated multi-trophic aquaculture.
The Aquaculture (Certificate NDP) program offered by The University of Arizona is especially designed for working professionals and international students who may want additional graduate experience on a flexible or reduced time scale.
Environmental Science
The Department of Environmental Science (ENVS) brings together a faculty of outstanding scientists, distinguished by their understanding of soil, water, and the environment, and their ability to carry out research and planning towards the solution of environmental and resource use problems.
The department offers graduate work leading to the Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Environmental Science, with focal areas in either Environmental Science, or Soil and Water Science. Also offered are an accelerated Master of Science degree in Environmental Science, dual Master of Science degrees in Journalism and Environmental Science, and in Business Administration and Environmental Science, and a Graduate Certificate in Aquaculture.
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Courses included:
- Aquaculture
- Freshwater and Marine Algae
- Shrimp Pathology
- Ichthyology
- Aquatic Plants and the Environment
- Environmental Microbiology
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Duration
- Full-time
- 6 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 7
PTE Academic 60
TOEFL® IBT 79
Credits
16 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
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Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
GPA 2.75
GRE® Required
English requirements
IELTS 7
PTE Academic 60
TOEFL® IBT 79
Other requirements
General requirements
- ALL applicants must be accepted for admission to both The Department of Environmental Science and The University of Arizona Graduate College. Minimum eligiblity requirements for admission to The Graduate College include completion of a bachelor's degree or an equivalent degree and a 3.000 grade point average on a 4.000 grade scale.
- An official on-line application for admission to the UA Graduate College.
- Letter of Intent (one to two page letter specifying your area of interest and goals).
- Three letters of recommendation (letters should be printed on letterhead and submitted electronically.
- Official transcripts from ALL institutions attended. If you are currently in the process of completing a degree program, please mail your transcript, including your current course schedule, and later submit a MANDATORY final, official transcript that lists your graduation date and degree awarded.
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International
33600 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 33600 USD for the full programme during 6 months. -
National
33600 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 33600 USD for the full programme during 6 months. -
In-State
13400 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 13400 USD for the full programme during 6 months.
Living costs for Tucson
830 - 1140 USD /month
Living costs
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Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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