MARINE AND COASTAL STUDIES

MARINE AND COASTAL STUDIES
Course Code
MR 1510
Credit Points
20
Course Coordinator
To be confirmed

Pre-requisites

Available only to students in Programme Year 1 or 2.

Notes

The course is suitable for students studying either natural or social science based degrees with an interest in marine and coastal environmental science and management.

Overview

This course provides a general introduction to marine and coastal environmental management. Topics studied include global environmental issues, fisheries management, marine and coastal environments, the oil and gas industries and coastal zone management. A number of field visits provide an opportunity for students to receive up-to-date information on research and development on areas related to this course.

Structure

1 two-hour lecture/field trip visit per week.

Assessment

1st Attempt: 1 written examination (67%) and continuous assessment (33%).

Resit: 1 two-hour resit examination (67%) plus original continuous assessment carried forward (33%).