Course overview

This programme offers an introduction to algal biology, culturing, growth, and biotechnology, focusing on both laboratory and small-scale pilot settings. It also provides industrial and entrepreneurial understanding to help you establish or enhance your own algal-based businesses. 

What you will learn: 

  • The algal biotechnology sector. Starting with taxonomy, physiology, and how algal farming works in theory and practice. 
  • The technology required in algal cultivation, the use of photobioreactors, best practice, and measurements used for biochemical composition and molecular biology screening. 
  • How to translate innovations into feasible business solutions for the food sector and the wider Blue Economy. 

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