30/07/2026
At University Centre Sparsholt (UCS), we pride ourselves on our ability to provide our students with world-class facilities, to best prepare them for a career in their chosen pathway. In this mini-series of posts, we will be highlighting some of our favourite areas of campus. [3 of 6]
Overlooking one of the best views on campus sits the Aquatic Research and Conservation Centre (ARCC). This building is divided into two halves, with one half stocking sport and commercial fish, such as carp and tilapia, while the other half houses countless freshwater and marine fish tanks. For our budding marine ecologists, they get to understand how different aquatic ecosystems work around the world, while learning about corals and various other custodians of the marine world, ready for careers around coastal areas. And for our aquaculture students, this building serves as their hub for learning how to raise fish, check water chemistry, and hone their practical skills with industry-standard equipment.
Still thinking of joining us this September? Applications are still open via our clearing webpage here: https://www.ucsparsholt.ac.uk/clearing/