MSc Sustainable Aquaculture and Fisheries
University of PlymouthPlymouth, United Kingdom
Course overview
The aquaculture and fisheries sectors make essential contributions to global food security and nutrition, contributing >220 million tonnes of production valued at over $470 billion. These sectors are intertwined; sharing the same environment and frequently interdependent on one another. Ensuring that aquatic farming practices, and wild fish populations, are sustainably managed is essential to support the needs of our growing population and to protect our aquatic ecosystems.
Key highlights
- Covers sustainable management of both aquatic farming and wild fish populations
- Explores aquaculture and fisheries as interlinked, interdependent sectors
- Focuses on food security alongside protecting aquatic ecosystems
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — to include biology, environmental science, zoology, marine biology related subject
- Degree: 2:2 — We will consider a 2:2 or equivalent or other relevant awards.
Scholarships
International Postgraduate Welcome to Plymouth Scholarship
£4,000 off tuition fees in year one
Up to £4,000
Careers this course leads to
- Fisheries scientist
- Aquaculture manager
- Fisheries management officer
- Aquaculture technician
- Marine environmental consultant
- Fisheries policy adviser
Cost of study
UK/Home: £11,700 per year | International: £21,000 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Plymouth, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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