Beyond the Shore: Innovating the Blue Bioeconomy on Land

Discover the future of aquaculture and blue bioeconomy entrepreneurship

Explore the principles of land-based aquaculture, algae-based innovation, and business strategy for the growing blue bioeconomy. Combining technical, economic, and environmental perspectives, you’ll examine how sustainability and entrepreneurship intersect in marine resource development.

This three-week course will help you discover how land-based practices contribute to the growth of the Blue Bioeconomy. You’ll develop the skills to turn blue bioeconomy ideas into impactful ventures wit case studies, interactive tasks, and real-world insights.

Gain insight into land-based aquaculture systems and operations

Explore species diversity, sustainability challenges, and best practices for managing water use and waste treatment with a deep dive into land-based aquaculture systems, including Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS).

Further your understanding of the benefits and barriers to scaling environmentally responsible systems.

Explore innovative business models and career opportunities

Investigate commercial strategies for aquaculture and algae-based industries, you’ll evaluate market dynamics and analyse economic feasibility.

Through real-world case studies and build knowledge of emerging business models, blue bioeconomy value chains, and career pathways. From transferable skills to future job opportunities, you’ll be prepared to shape your own path in this growing field.

Unlock the potential of algae and circular economy innovation

Conclude the course by exploring the diverse applications of algae in food, feed, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and beyond.

You’ll assess how waste valorisation and circular economy strategies can transform aquaculture operations into sustainable enterprises. With a fresh understanding of how to scale innovation responsibly and sustainably.

This course is for learners interested in sustainable aquaculture, blue bioeconomy careers, or algae-based innovation. Ideal for students, entrepreneurs, and professionals exploring land-based systems, circular economy, or marine biotechnology.

This course is for learners interested in sustainable aquaculture, blue bioeconomy careers, or algae-based innovation. Ideal for students, entrepreneurs, and professionals exploring land-based systems, circular economy, or marine biotechnology.

• Evaluate the potential of land-based aquaculture systems in contributing to a sustainable Blue Bioeconomy.
• Develop innovative business models for land-based aquaculture, focusing on sustainability, profitability, and circularity.
• Assess the economic and environmental challenges of land-based aquaculture, selecting the best strategies to overcome them.
• Explore various career pathways in land-based aquaculture, including roles in technology, sustainability, and research.
• Develop an entrepreneurial mindset by applying critical thinking to identify opportunities and tackle challenges in the land-based aquaculture industry.