Key details
Duration
This program is delivered as a 2 day face-to-face intensive. The length of time to complete this qualification will depend on the location, study mode and selected units.
Intake
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Entry requirements
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Overview
This Aquaponics short course provides students with an exciting way to grow food that can reduce your environmental footprint while providing fresh healthy foods, all year round. Aquaponics is a practical example of water efficiency and where we can turn "waste" into a resource. If done correctly, aquaponics should be cost effective and require minimum maintenance. You can create an aquaponics system in a small suburban space and it can be built to incorporate your existing garden. Aquaponics is recreating a natural ecosystem into your backyard.
Credit transfers and advanced standing
Skill recognition
Skills recognition is not applicable to this course. CDU's short courses are highly targeted courses designed to help you improve a specific skill. They will help you improve your career prospects, maintain currency in your field, or allow you to try out something completely new.
Pathways
VET to Higher Education Pathway Mapping for completed Awards in the same field or discipline.
Further training pathways from this program include but are not limited to SFI20119 Certificate II in Aquaculture.
Fees
2023 course fee for students who are eligible for an NT Government supported place is $75.00, and for students who are not eligible is $750.00.
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Why study at CDU?
Whether you learn on campus or online, you will be studying with a proud multi-sector university that’s a leader in research and flexible study delivery. CDU is innovative, industry-relevant and student-centred. Our students are at the heart of all that we do.
- Benefit from smaller class sizes for more personalised attention
- Online learners receive the same support as their on-campus peers
- Enjoy inclusive, welcoming learning environments
- Utilise our deep connections with industry, businesses and communities in the Northern Territory, across Australia, and beyond

Why study at CDU?
Whether you learn on campus or online, you will be studying with a proud multi-sector university that’s a leader in research and flexible study delivery. CDU is innovative, industry-relevant and student-centred. Our students are at the heart of all that we do.
- Benefit from smaller class sizes for more personalised attention
- Online learners receive the same support as their on-campus peers
- Enjoy inclusive, welcoming learning environments
- Utilise our deep connections with industry, businesses and communities in the Northern Territory, across Australia, and beyond
What will I study?
To achieve the vocational training program VTP307 Aquaponics a total of two (2) units of competency must be completed as listed below.
Course structure
Students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment upon successful completion.
The total Nominal Hours for this training program is 50.
Code | Module/Unit of Competency | Hours |
UNITS OF COMPETENCY | ||
SFIAQU203 | Manipulate stock culture environment | 20 |
SFIAQU205 | Monitor water quality | 30 |
Total nominal hours for the training program | 50 |
Entry requirements
Admission criteria
Students will need to demonstrate an appropriate level of language, literacy and numeracy skills to undertake this program. Students are required to wear enclosed shoes during the program and any further PPE required is provided by the team.
To ensure you have the right skills and support to succeed in your course, a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.
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The people-first approach to flexibility and supportive learning environment at CDU meant I could find a balance with study, work and family life.
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CDU graduates have the best career and employment prospects. International students have ranked CDU 1st in Australia for learning and living experience
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Course details
Accreditation
This is a non-award course and a Statement of Attainment will be issued for nationally recognised units of competency successfully completed.
Location and study mode
Locations: Casuarina
Study Mode: Face-to-face
Additional information
Contact details
Email:Student.Central@cdu.edu.au. Phone: 1800 061 963 (free call). |
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You make CDU
Our students choose to study with us because we share the same vision – to make a positive change. Whatever your motivation is, we can guide you in the right direction.
You make CDU
Together we are a positive force for change in our communities and the world.
You make CDU
Our students choose to study with us because we share the same vision – to make a positive change. Whatever your motivation is, we can guide you in the right direction.
How to apply
How to apply direct to CDU
Applications to CDU must be submitted online.
You will need a valid email address to create your online account.
Once you have started the application you will have the option of saving your application and resuming it at a later date.
There is no application fee when you apply online.
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