Course Description:
The field course will explore blue/green economy or entrepreneurship in marine aquaculture in arctic and sub-arctic regions. Students will get an insight into the state of the art through lectures and visits to companies. The curriculum will focus on today’s limitations and challenges, an introduction to sustainable resource use and innovative management. Participants will then work individually or in groups on a range of ideas, leading to a business model according to the ‘Business Model Canvas’ for each project.
Prerequisites
Only for students in Coastal Communities and Regional Development (MA programme)
Learning outcomes
On completion of the course, a student:
- can identify contemporary challenges in marine aquaculture.
- has demonstrated ability to develop an idea for an innovative and sustainable project within aquaculture and make a business plan.
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ISCED Categories
Conservatie en milieumanagement
Aquacultuur