Sustainable Management Of Marine Resources

Description

Students explore science, policy and management issues relevant to the sustainable management of marine resources through individual- and group-based research. The course uses a problem-based learning approach which increases enthusiasm, promotes deeper learning and improves abilities in team working. Students enhance critical thinking skills by analysing quantitative data relevant to managing the impacts of human activities on marine resources. Guest lectures provide opportunities to network with professionals working with marine resources. Assessment is based on a policy briefing note and a 3 minute-thesis, both of which help students to develop communication skills relevant to the workplace. This course has three key objectives: To draw upon recent research that aims to improve our understanding of the sustainable management of marine resources from the coast and continental shelf to the deep ocean. To understand how quantitative data are incorporated into the management frameworks that have been developed to manage direct and indirect effects of human activities. To encourage students to work in small groups to investigate a current topic relating to marine resource management from the perspective of a specific group of stakeholders, and summarise their findings and recommendations in a policy briefing note.