PhD in Aquaculture

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Agricultural science

Sub-Discipline

Fishing

Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Valparaìso

Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso

  • City: Valparaìso,
  • Commune: Valparaìso,
  • Region: Valparaìso Region
goals

The Program is academic in nature with the objective of training in the country human resources doctorates in aquaculture, with a solid training in areas of biological sciences and aquaculture, prepared for higher teaching and scientific and technological research, and trained to to join the private or state sectors, and to participate in the process of innovation and development of aquaculture production methods and systems "

Applicant Profile

Chileans or foreigners who hold a bachelor's or master's degree in the field of disciplines related to this program may apply to the program leading to the degree of Doctor in Aquaculture.

Graduate profile

“The PhD in Aquaculture will be qualified to conduct scientific research and technological innovation of international quality. Their training will allow them to integrate effectively into research and/or academic institutions, private companies, or public agencies, contributing to the sustainable development of aquaculture.” Upon completion of the program, graduates of the PhD in Aquaculture are expected to acquire the following knowledge, skills, and attitudes: Demonstrate an advanced understanding of aquaculture production systems, being able to perform critical analysis, evaluation, and synthesis of new and complex ideas in the discipline. Conceive, design, and execute original scientific research in aquaculture autonomously and with ethical and scientific integrity, publishing the results of their research in specialized scientific journals and/or protecting the intellectual property of the knowledge or innovation generated with a competent organization. Communicate the scientific or technological knowledge specific to the discipline to the productive sector and society as a whole, to promote the advancement of the national and international aquaculture sector.

Lines of investigation

Genetics and Biotechnology applied to Aquaculture

Physiology and Nutrition applied to Aquaculture

Pathology and Immunology of Aquatic Organisms

Aquaculture Sustainability

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Contact

doctorado.acuicultura@pucv.cl

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