The aquaculture diploma is a one-year program, comprising two semesters (62 ECTS credits, autumn and spring) of theoretical and practical studies, and a period of vocational training (28 ECTS credits). The aim of the program is to educate specialized aquaculture practitioners for future employment within the industry.
The study periods are organized into ten consecutive 2-4 week courses offered through a hybrid of online distance teaching and in-house practicums. The vocational training period is 12 weeks and conducted within aquaculture stations after all other courses have been concluded.
Admission requirements
Icelandic matriculation (Stúdents próf: school leaving examination after four years of secondary school) examination or equivalent.
Mode of study
Full time study or part time study.
Overview of the program
Students should finish the diploma (90 ECTS) within three years from first enrolment.
For more information, please visit the Hólar University website: Aquaculture Diploma at Hólar University
The study periods are organized into ten consecutive 2-4 week courses offered through a hybrid of online distance teaching and in-house practicums. The vocational training period is 12 weeks and conducted within aquaculture stations after all other courses have been concluded.
Admission requirements
Icelandic matriculation (Stúdents próf: school leaving examination after four years of secondary school) examination or equivalent.
Mode of study
Full time study or part time study.
Overview of the program
Students should finish the diploma (90 ECTS) within three years from first enrolment.
For more information, please visit the Hólar University website: Aquaculture Diploma at Hólar University