| Code | GG6539 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 8-12 weeks |
| Teaching Mode | Part-Time. See Additional Teaching Mode Information for more info. |
| Fees | Skillnet Course Fee: €400 See Fees and Costs for full details. |
| Closing Date | 8th of January 2025 |
| Credits | 5 |
| Start Date | 13th of January 2025 |
Outline
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Study of the concepts, practice of governance of coastal and marine environments, including coastal zone management and marine spatial planning, MPA frameworks and marine innovation An examination is made of the key concepts and approaches to the management of complex marine and coastal systems in the context of the global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These approaches are linked to the more detailed study of the development of coastal zone management and of marine spatial planning practices and techniques, across system scales, and the design of integrated coastal zone management plans. Project and small group work in the module provides practical experience of the problems faced by coastal managers and planners.
Additional Teaching Mode Information
Delivery:
- This a blended module balancing, lectures, seminars, workshops, and computer-based exercises.
- 12 2 Hr(s) Lectures
Assessment:
Assignment 2 x 2,000 word reports (50 marks each) 100
Practicalities
Academic Contact Details for this Course
Staff, Department of Geography
Why Choose
Upon successful completion of this programme, you will have a clear understanding of the theory, principles and concepts that underpin the management of coastal and marine spaces; will have practical skills to equip them for making policy, and for taking management-level decisions, regarding the strategic and operational use of coastal and marine spaces; will know how to work with coastal and marine data originating in a range of scientific disciplines (physics, biology, geology, oceanography, etc.); and will have a good scientific understanding of the physical, environmental and human processes that affect, and are impacted by, the world’s oceans. The frame of reference will range from the global to the local, but with particular emphasis on the sustainable development and management of Ireland’s coastal and marine territories and resources.
Requirements
Applications will also be considered from graduates in other disciplines, including those in the Arts or Social Sciences, who have a demonstrable interest and/or experience in coastal and marine management, and who can offer sufficient numerical abilities. A primary degree (180 credits or equivalent), in a cognate area, as detailed in 1 above, plus at least 2 years' experience in a relevant maritime industry (applied) as approved by the module coordinator on a case by case basis under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
Fees and Costs
Skillnet Funding
Skillnet is dedicated to fostering skills and expertise in the field of green technology, is partnering with UCC on the Introduction to Coastal and Marine Governance micro-credential to fund part of the course fee for eligible participants.
Skillnet Course Fee: €400
How To Apply
Please select the following options during your online application (once you have created your profile)
Start a new Micro-credentials application by selecting as below
In the Academic Level tab select the options below:
- No payment is processed during application and there is no need to select the sponsored option during application.
- Eligible applicants will be sent a link after submission to process their payment of €400.