Bachelor of Engineering [B.Eng] [Electronic and Electrical Engineering] From University of Strathclyde

Food from aquatic systems is essential for much of the worldÕs population. However, with wild catches of seafood declining in many places, aquaculture is playing an increasing role as an alternative source of high-quality, nutritious food - and as an employer. Controlling disease is important to the ongoing success of this industry.

This Masters in ÊatÊÊprovides you with training in the wide range of disciplines and skills you need for the investigation, prevention and control of aquatic animal diseases. YouÕll develop an understanding of the biology, husbandry and environment of farmed aquatic species, as well as specialist expertise in aquatic animal diseases.

YouÕll study at the Institute of Aquaculture, one of the top institutions in this field. ItÕs internationally recognised for both research and teaching and has more than 70 staff and 80 postgraduate students.Ê

The Institute has over 40 years of experience in investigating and controlling fish and shrimp diseases worldwide, which it uses to improve your problem-solving skills, ultimately equipping you to make a real contribution to the sustainability of aquaculture.

Career:

This course has run for almost 40 years and weÕve trained over 200 students (in combination with Aquatic Pathobiology) from all over the world. As a graduate, your expertise will be relevant to a wide range of potential careers in aquatic animal health.Ê

Your selected career path will depend on your personal interests, as well as your previous experiences. Graduates have gone on to work as aquatic health consultants, with government fisheries departments, and as managers of seafood farms and aquaria.