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Overview

A supervised project involving original research and leading to the production of a dissertation

About this paper

Paper title Dissertation
Subject Aquaculture and Fisheries
EFTS 0.5000
Points 60 points
Teaching period 2nd Non standard period (16 February 2026 - 7 November 2026) (On campus)
Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) $4,882.50
International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
Limited to
BAppSc(Hons)
Notes
Carried out over 9 to 10 months, involving an average of 20 to 25 hours of work per week.
Eligibility

This paper is for students enrolled in the BAppSc(Hons) degree in Aquaculture and Fisheries. It involves a year-long field- or lab-based independent research project, culminating in a major dissertation. You may use this qualification to go on to another research degree (e.g. MSc or PhD). Admission to the programme is contingent on having a supervisor and an approved research project.

Contact

Professor Chris Hepburn

Teaching staff

Fourth-Year Co-ordinator: Associate professor Will Rayment

Paper Structure

Carried out over 9 to 10 months (February to November), involving an average of 20 to 25 hours of work per week.

Textbooks

Textbooks are not required for this paper.

Graduate Attributes Emphasised

Critical Thinking, Research Skills, Integrity, Communication
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.

Learning Outcomes

Students gain significant knowledge, experience, literacy, and communication skills while undertaking individual research projects, and writing a detailed dissertation.

Overview

A supervised project involving original research and leading to the production of a dissertation

About this paper

Paper title Dissertation
Subject Aquaculture and Fisheries
EFTS 0.5000
Points 60 points
Teaching period Full Year (On campus)
Domestic Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for 2027 have not yet been set
International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
Limited to
BAppSc(Hons)
Notes
Carried out over 9 to 10 months, involving an average of 20 to 25 hours of work per week.
Eligibility

This paper is for students enrolled in the BAppSc(Hons) degree in Aquaculture and Fisheries. It involves a year-long field- or lab-based independent research project, culminating in a major dissertation. You may use this qualification to go on to another research degree (e.g., MSc or PhD). Admission to the programme is contingent on having a supervisor and an approved research project.

Contact

Professor Chris Hepburn

Teaching staff

Fourth-Year Co-ordinator: Associate professor Will Rayment

Paper Structure

Carried out over 9 to 10 months (February to November), involving an average of 20 to 25 hours of work per week.

Textbooks

Textbooks are not required for this paper.

Graduate Attributes Emphasised

Critical Thinking, Research Skills, Integrity, Communication
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.

Learning Outcomes

Students gain significant knowledge, experience, literacy and communication skills while undertaking individual research projects and writing a detailed dissertation.

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