Research

Innovative research rooted in the heart of Shetland’s community

Shetland UHI boasts a wide multidisciplinary research capacity. Inspired by Shetland’s land, sea and culture, our researchers undertake innovative research activities.

We have renowned expertise in marine sciences and industries, fisheries, cultural and heritage research.

Find out more about the University of Highlands and Island’s collaborative research.

69% of University of the Highlands and Islands research is considered internationally excellent and world leading, putting the university amongst the top performing modern universities in the UK (Research Excellence Framework, 2014)

Aquaculture

Fish, Shellfish, Algae, Seaweed, Salmon, Mussel, Oyster, Farming, Hatchery, Aquatic, Husbandry and Marine.

Archaeology and Northern Studies

Neolithic, Iron Age, Viking and Medieval periods, Conflict Archaeology, Archaeological Resource Management, Landscape, Shetland and Orkney, Scottish History, Heritage and Culture.

Creative Industries

Painting, Social Art Practice, Textiles, Weave, Knit, Printmaking & Socially Engaged Art.

Fisheries

Fisheries biology, data management, fisheries management, shellfish, demersal, pelagic, gear technology, stock assessment, survey, vessels

Marine Spatial Planning

Marine planning, Marine spatial planning, Ocean management, Sustainable management & Marine governance

Statistics

Statistics, fishing, fisheries, aquaculture, landings, production, economy, value, catches, Brexit, EEZ, Shetland.

Shetland fisheries Rabbit fish
Discovery Zone Rabbit fish
Centre for Island Creativity Shetland coastal scenery
PhD Opportunities Sunset landscape art