Course Duration
6 months
Overview
This is designed for professionals aiming to specialise in fisheries policy, management or representation within the fisheries sector. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the international legal and policy frameworks governing fisheries resources, including aspects of science, economics and law. The program is suitable for fisheries policy officers, junior managers, government enforcement officers and representatives from industry and non-governmental organisations seeking a recognised policy qualification.
Delivered online over six months full-time or part-time equivalent, the course includes core subjects such as Foundations of Ocean Law and Policy, Law of the Sea, and Fisheries Management, along with electives like International Fisheries Law and Fisheries Economics. This qualification serves as a stepping stone for further studies or roles requiring informed and responsible management of fisheries resources.