COURSE OBJECTIVES

The Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree in AquaCulture, Environment and Society + (EMJMD ACES +) has been designed to address the major scientific, technological and social obstactles facing the sustainable development of the global aquaculture industry.

COURSE STRUCTURE

The EMJMD ACES + runs for two years (= four semesters) and involves study periods in four different European countries (UK, Greece, France and the Netherlands) in order to benefit from different welfare models, teaching strengths and the experience of living in different cultures and societies

PROFESSIONAL AND ENTREPRENEURIAL SKILLS

A professional and entrepreneurial skills has developed as an new core module. This is specifically designed to support key skills and competences required by the aquaculture industry.

ASSESSMENTS

Assessments have been designed to test and develop students’ practical and academic skills. For most modules, assessment will be based on two different types of assignment, one written and one presentation or reflection-based.

DEGREE RECOGNITION

Successful graduates will receive a Joint Master Degree from the University of the Highlands and Islands and the University of Crete and a Single Degree from the University of Nantes in line with national legislation.  

For more information, please visit the program’s website.