Fisheries Policy

Study mode:On campus Study type:Full-time Languages: English
Foreign:$ 16.4 k / Year(s) Deadline: Mar 12, 2025
201–250 place StudyQA ranking:7676 Duration:1 year

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The Master of Fisheries Policy program is designed for professionals currently working as fisheries and environmental policy officers, mid-level managers and enforcement officers working in government, regional and international organisations. The degree covers international, regional and national frameworks for sustainable fisheries management and provides knowledge and skills necessary for the management of fisheries and aquatic resources.

 

  • Law of the Sea
  • International Fisheries Law
  • Fisheries Management
  • Fisheries and Development
  • Integrated Monitoring, Control and Surveillance
  • International Fish Trade
  • A recognised Bachelor Honours degree or a Graduate Certificate in a relevant area. Applicants with a recognised Bachelor degree who do not have Honours or a Graduate Certificate qualification may seek entry to the course if they have appropriate professional experience, i.e. the ability to demonstrate a number of years’ employment in a maritime related field. Examples may include naval officers, public servants or enforcement personnel. 
  • Applications should be submitted in writing to the ANCORS Postgraduate Coordinator, including supporting evidence of an appropriate background. This may include a copy of a letter of employment, or a copy of a reference received. Consideration will be given to aspects such as the length and field of professional experience.
  • Level of English is required to gain admission. IELTS Academic 6.5. TOEFL (Internet-based) - 88
  • All students are required to pay  Overseas Student Health Cover for the duration of their student visa.  OSHC provides for medical and hospital cover for students and their dependants.Our preferred OSHC provider is BUPA. 
  • Australia Award Scholarships
  • Endeavour Scholarships

Student Services and Amenities Fee

The SAF is a compulsory charge, introduced following changes to Australian Government legislation, which funds improvements to facilities for students across a broad range of service areas, such as subsidised food outlets, childcare, student advocacy as well as sporting, recreational and cultural activities. 

All international students enrolled at UOW will be invoiced twice yearly for the amount determined each year.  The SAF 2016 fee is: 

  • Wollongong campus $290.00 per year
  • Sydney campus $145.00 per year
  • Wollongong Innovation Campus $145.00 per year
  • Other campuses in Australia $145.00 per year

Living Expenses

In addition to tuition fees, a single student living in Wollongong will require $10,000 to  $12,000 a year – depending on lifestyle – to cover accommodation, food, transport and other expenses including text books and study materials and entertainment.

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