Overview

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.

What can I do on completion of my course?

On successful completion of the Aquaculture, Environment and Society programme at University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)  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. Approximately 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