Welcome to Europe’s top-rated Erasmus Mundus Joint Aquaculture Master’s degree
Become a leader in global aquaculture.
ACES-STAR is two-year programme studying in three centres of European excellence in aquaculture research; Scotland, Crete and France. Gain practical and theoretical skills needed for a successful career in aquaculture through industry-led research programmes, internships and fieldwork.
The course includes three six-month semesters at the Scottish Association for Marine Science (UHI), University of Crete and Nantes University followed by the fourth semester with the host or an affiliated partner for a dissertation of your choice. In semester two, students also undertake a 10-week industry placement, gained invaluable experience in the aquaculture industry.
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Being in ACES+ was amazing. I met the most amazing friends and had the best experiences. I learned a lot from all the people I had contact with and I know it has made me grow a lot. I’m sure this experience will stay with me forever, starting with the professors who have taught me so much during the last two years. I appreciate, greatly, this opportunity and I know that now I’m a better professional than I was before starting this master.
I have really enjoyed the course, particularly the lectures on Environmental Impact Assessments, seaweed farming and Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA).
After completing the ACES masters I was hired to work for a feed company and now visit salmon farms all over Scotland. I conduct fish quality checks, feed trials, and provide fish diet advice to farm managers.ACES was a life changing experience, allowing me to see and experience different countries and cultures while making many friends and gain a first-class aquaculture qualification. The subjects covering Atlantic salmon and feed were crucial in obtaining my current role. I would not have the opportunities I have now without this incredible masters.
ACES+ really inspired me to begin this new chapter in my life. I would like to say thank you for the guidance and support I received during my masters. It was a wonderful experience and I feel lucky to be a part of this unique programme, which is entirely dedicated to aquatic life!