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Graduate Diploma

Marine Studies

Fisheries Resource Management

Program Overview

Credential Awarded: Graduate Diploma in Marine Studies (Fisheries Resource Management)
Acaedmic School: School of Fisheries
Campus: Online
Program Length: 1 Year
Practical Experience: N/A
Program Start: September, January
Program Structure:

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Program at a Glance

Application Deadline:

Fall Admission: May 15 | Winter Admission: October 15

How to Apply - Graduate Diploma Programs

To apply complete the online application. Be sure to review the application instructions for Memorial University’s School of Graduate Studies.

  • Create your account or sign in at the Memorial University portal.
  • Please remember your login information so you can return to your application later.
  • Please choose your Entry Term, Academic Level and Area of Interest in the Personal Information section for your account.
  • Please choose St. John’s Campus as your campus.
  • To start your application once your account is verified, please choose St. John’s Campus. The drop down menu will show MI (Undergraduate) and Graduate program options delivered by the Marine Institute.

Apply as early as possible. For application deadlines please see the specific program.

What Will I Learn?

The Graduate Diploma in Marine Studies (Fisheries Resource Management) provides an opportunity for fisheries professionals to enhance their understanding of  fishery management issues from a variety of perspectives.

Visit the Memorial University Academic Calendar for complete program requirements.

Sample Courses

  • Overview of World Fisheries
  • Fisheries Resource Assessment Strategies
  • Fisheries Economics
  • Social and Philosophical Issues of Fisheries Management

Admission Requirements

Admission to the program is on a competitive basis.

To be considered for admission to the Graduate Diploma in Marine Studies (Fisheries Resource Management), a student must meet admission requirements for the Master of Marine Studies (Fisheries Resource Management) program.

Applicants must normally have an undergraduate degree with a minimum of a high second class standing from an institution recognized by the Senate. In addition, applicants will normally have a demonstrated commitment to fisheries through employment or experience in a sector of the fishery, in a regulatory agency or government department connected to fisheries, in a non-governmental agency, or through self-employment or consulting activities related to fisheries.

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Careers and Further Your Education

Potential Careers

  • Fisheries Officer
  • Fisheries Consultant
  • Fisheries Policy Analyst
  • Fisheries Regulator

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