NEW AQUATT PROJECT - Student Workshop 2004


19-22 May 2004
Glasgow, Scotland

AquaTT, partially funded by DG Fisheries, is co-ordinating an innovative event for students of aquaculture. The workshop steering committee includes AquaTT, Heighway Events (Fish Farming International), Aqualex Multimedia Consortium and University of Gent, bringing together a wealth of experience in student mobility, provision of education and training, e-learning and events management.

The Student Workshop will run in conjunction with the Aquaculture International 2004 Glasgow event 19-21st May, thereby enhancing the impact and scope of the students’ learning and communication experience.  The event will host MSc. students, leading European scientists and industry players. Short presentations will be delivered and participants will engage in discussions on themes relevant to current and future aquaculture practices and research. The workshop will compliment the students’ current studies and each participant will receive a workshop manual for future reference.

HORIZONTAL THEMES: Overview of the Sector

Presentations on European development Policy, Food Safety Issues in the production and processing of aquaculture products, Ethical Production and Research - Responsibilities of the industry, Socio-Economic effect of aquaculture, Consumer attitudes, trends and political factors.

COMPLIMENTARY THEMES: Acquisition of added value competencies

Presentations on Excellence in scientific Papers/Presentations, Excellence in Oral Presentations, Sourcing information and Networking

PRACTICAL TEAMWORK EXERCISE: “The Island”
Participants will split into teams (chaired by a mentor) and complete a practical interactive module demonstrating the relationship between various stakeholders in aquaculture.

EXCURSION

A one day visit to Scottish aquaculture installations.

More information:

Caoimhe Boylan 
AquaTT

e-mail: aquatt@aquatt.ie


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