Students will gain a broad understanding of the key principles of aquaculture and an in-depth knowledge of the many major scientific, technological and social challenges facing the sustainable development of the global aquaculture industry, including fin-fish, crustaceans, bivalves and seaweed. Key challenges influencing the sustainability of the industry include; environmental issues, nutrition, feed formulation, disease, welfare, reproduction and genetics, product safety, ecotoxicology, aquaculture systems (e.g. recirculation and integrated multi-trophic aquaculture), biosecurity, spatial planning and regulation. Students will also be provided with key ‘life' skills training, such as presentation, networking, social media, entrepreneurship (in association with the Scottish Institute for Enterprise), which will be tried and tested throughout the programme.
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Review the official Nantes Université page and confirm entry requirements for Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters Degree in Aquaculture, Environment and Society (ACES-STAR).
Gather transcripts, degree certificates, passport, CV, motivation letter, and language documents required by the university.
Complete the official application (Mon Master / Parcoursup / direct portal / Études en France for non-EU) and upload all supporting documents before the stated deadline.
📅 Deadline: 2027-03-16
Watch for interview invitations, additional document requests, or admission offers from the institution.
After admission, finalize tuition planning, French long-stay student visa (VLS-TS) documentation, accommodation, and CVEC payment.
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What you can earn and how long you can stay after graduation.
What happens after you graduate
Work while studying
20 hrs/week
Up to 964 hours per year (roughly 20 hours/week). Work permit included in student visa.
Student pay rate
€11.88/hour
SMIC (minimum wage) applies. Student jobs in hospitality and retail typically pay minimum wage.
Stay after graduation
12 months
APS (Autorisation Provisoire de Séjour) — One-year temporary stay permit after graduation to find work. Renewable once. Must have Master's or higher.
Path to residency
5 years
Permanent residency after 5 years of legal residence. Talent Passport holders may qualify faster.
Average graduate salary
€35,000/year
Average starting salary. Paris-based roles typically 20–30% higher. Tech sector averages €42,000+.
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