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CertHE Introduction to Marine Biology, Environmental Science and Sustainability at University of the Highlands and Islands

University of the Highlands and Islands, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A classroom-based certificate in Shetland covering marine biology, environmental science and sustainability, with practical and problem-solving skills for employment or further study. It is the only marine biology course based in Shetland and connects learning to sectors such as aquaculture, fishing and renewable energy.

Duration: Full time: 1 year; Part time: 2 years  |  Intake: September; January  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Location: Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules are Introduction to climate change and marine renewables, Introduction to environmental science, Introduction to marine biology, and Sustainable aquaculture and fisheries. An optional module, Marine ecology practical skills, is available to Shetland students only.

Career pathways

Marine biology, environmental science, aquaculture, fisheries science, renewables, tourism, education. Progression to year 2 of HND Horticulture, HND Wildlife and Conservation Management, BSc (Hons) Marine Science, Environmental Science or Geography, or MSci Applied Environmental Science or Geography.

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Application information

Entry requirements

3 Scottish Highers at grades BCC or above, preferably including Biology, Geography, Environmental Science or Chemistry, or 2 A levels at grades BC or above, preferably including one of those subjects. Applicants with other qualifications or experience are considered individually.

Domestic applicants: GBP 1,285 a year (2026/27). Scotland-domiciled students with a Scottish term-time address (includes EU nationals with settled or pre-settled status); full-time, 120 credits Source

International applicants: GBP 9,460 a year (2026/27). Full-time per year; part-time study is not open to applicants needing Student Route visa sponsorship Source

Intake: September; January

Duration: Full time: 1 year; Part time: 2 years

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