The Erasmus+ program seeks to increase skills and career opportunities. The DiBluCa Project aims to strengthen higher education in aquaculture and fisheries. The COVID-19 and Ukraine conflict has highlighted the importance of digital education in Europe; DiBluCa aims to train skilled technical staff for this sector and will provide innovative curricula in HE institutions on the sustainability of water resources and footprint, fisheries now and in the future, ensuring a sustainable industry and long-term employment.

The DiBluCa project will be completed in four stages: design, localisation, and curriculum and learning materials modification. Transnational workshops and a digital platform with modules for user-friendly e-learning and best practices are planned. The unique manual for aquaculture higher education against global warming will be made in English, with an e-book available in all project partners’ languages.

The results of the project include adapted HE and training programs for future aquaculture demands, long-term employment for aquaculture professionals, rising numbers of university students, changing attitudes and trends, enhancement of academics and teachers aquaculture education knowledge and skills, creation of complex educational materials, integration of the digital platform with national workshop(s) and guidelines, Handbook and Interactive E-book, International conference and multiplier events.