Graduate Certificate - Aquaculture (AQU) (co-op)

Academic Requirements

To apply for the Graduate Certificate in Aquaculture (Co-op) program at Fleming College, students must meet the following minimum admission requirements:

• Undergraduate degree or Ontario College diploma in a related field or equivalent.
• OR a minimum of three years of related industry experience detailed in a professional resume with a letter of intent may be considered.

As aquaculture involves working with large bodies of water, students must be comfortable in, on, and around water. Field skills in the second semester require students to demonstrate basic swimming skills in a supervised pool session.

For international students, specific requirements may apply. It is advisable to contact LOA Portal's advisors for any clarification and support regarding the application process.

Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

The program also has prerequisite courses that include:

• Biology of Aquaculture (FIWI 53)
• Aquaculture Safety (FIWI 54)
• Zebra Fish Biomedical Husbandry (FLPL 189)
• Supervisory Fish Husbandry & Hatchery Management (FLPL 190)
• Co-op Preparation (APST 119)
• Field Skills (FIWI 57)
• Mechanical Systems in Aquaculture (MECH 233)

For any further details or assistance, please reach out to LOA Portal's advisors who are ready to help you navigate through the application process.

Language Requirements

In addition to the academic admission requirements, all applicants to Fleming College must provide proof of English proficiency in order to be considered for admission, using one of the following options:

Option 1 - Submit test results from one of the accepted tests listed:

• Internet-based (iBT) TOEFL: 88 with no score less than 22
• Paper-based (PBT) TOEFL: 577
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS - Academic): 6.5 with no band less than 6.0
• Duolingo: 120+
• Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL): Overall 70
• Canadian Academic English Language - ONLINE (CAEL - ONLINE): Overall 70
• Michigan English Test (MET): 62
• PTE Academic (Pearson Test English): 56+
• Cambridge English Exams (B2 First/FCE, C1 Advanced/CAE or C2 Proficiency/CPE): Minimum 176 with no skill below 162
• Oxford ELLT: 7 (No band less than 6)

Special notes: Test scores to be valid for a minimum of 2 months following date of application. Students applying within Canada, currently attending an accredited University or College, with expired test scores can be considered for direct admission if the student successfully progresses in a post-secondary program.

Option 2: Successful completion of Level 8, in Fleming College’s English Language Bridge (ELB) Program.

• Diploma/Certificates require 70% grade in Level 8
• Post Graduate Certificates require 80% grade in Level 8

Option 3: Successful completion of English as a Second Language (ESL) or English for Academic Preparation (EAP) at an Ontario Community College, University, or approved pathway language organization.

Option 4: Provide proof of language proficiency based on previous education:

• Successfully completed three consecutive years of study at the secondary school (high school) level in English in a country where English is a primary language.
• Completed one full year of study (within the last 2 years) in an accredited post-secondary program in English in a country where English is a primary language.
• Obtain an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (or Canadian provincial equivalent) and English credit (Grade 12 C) issued by a public or Catholic school board.
• Provide proof of graduation from one of the authorized Fleming College pathway partners.
• Completed three consecutive years of study at a secondary private school in Ontario and received an Ontario Secondary School Diploma and English credit (Grade 12 C).

Please check with our team for more details.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.