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Aquaculture, Environment and Society MSc

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)

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University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Scottish Association for Marine Science

  • Study mode

    Distance / Online

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    2 years

Course summary

What is special about this course?

The Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters Degree in Aquaculture, Environment and Society STAR (EMJMD ACES-STAR) offers specialised training to deliver highly skilled graduates capable of addressing the challenge of food provision for a growing world population and ecosystem restoration at a time of climate change.

Food security and ecosystem restoration, through aquaculture, is of global importance and, in the face of declining resources, aquaculture will have an increasing demand for people with in-depth knowledge and practical expertise to enable this major industry to produce nutritious, high-quality, affordable foods and other products. Graduates will be capable of addressing these challenges and will have exciting international career opportunities.

The sustainable development of the aquaculture industry in Europe has become essential for improving the competitiveness of this sector internationally. There are, however, many major scientific, technological and social obstacles to overcome. Students will be equipped with the necessary skills to tackle these obstacles in the years to come.

What can I do on completion of my course?

On successful completion of the programme you will receive a Joint Masters Degree from the University of the Highlands and Islands and the University of Crete, and a single degree from the University of Nantes. In addition to these qualifications, you will also receive a diploma supplement from each core partner. You will emerge with detailed knowledge of the global aquaculture industry and with the benefit of practical work experience in this sector.

Our alumni are typically employed within three months of completing the course. Approxiately 50% secure PhDs internationally and 50% go on to be employed within the sector. Employers have included:

  • UNFAO
  • World Fish
  • Marine Harvest
  • Scottish Seafarms
  • SAMS Seaweed Academy

Roles within the industry have included:

  • Hatchery and farm management
  • Policy development
  • Environmental management

Tuition fees

Students living in Hong Kong
(International fees)

€ 5,000per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)

  • Campus address

    University of the Highlands and Islands, UHI House, Old Perth Road, Inverness, Highland, IV2 3JH, Scotland

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Situated across the Highlands and Islands of Scotland, students are given the chance to experience and be inspired by stunning study locations.
Academic opportunities at every level from English language learning programmes to undergraduate courses, postgraduate degrees and research.
On-campus study across the Highlands and Islands, plus courses accessible from anywhere in the world for those looking to join UHI's online student community.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Geography & Environmental Science

    73rd out of 73 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 211
    112 53%

    60th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    88.0 88%

    6th

    8

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.05 76%

    46th

    35

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