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

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Overview of global aquaculture

Environmental interactions of aquaculture

Governance and management

Innovation, technology and systems

Managing biological lifecycle: micro- and macroalgae

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00

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Language

English

PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Oban, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Agriculture Environmental Sciences View 39 other Masters in Agriculture in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

The EMJMD ACES-STAR programme has a truly global focus and looks to recruit students from all over the world. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in one of the fields of environmental or social sciences, as well as a good level of English (at least IELTS 6.5 or equivalent). Basic French is recommended (although not essential, as intensive French language classes are provided) for day to day living in Semester 2. Admission is granted on the basis of a competitive selection procedure

The course is open to international students who are able to study at SAMS UHI with a standard visitor visa, which allows students to study for a period of 6 months in the UK before moving to the University of Crete

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

5000 EUR / year

≈ 5000 EUR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

2500 EUR / year

≈ 2500 EUR / year

Living costs

Oban

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Oban

Funding

Scholarships Information

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