Marine Planning for Sustainable Development MSc/Diploma

Home Postgraduate study Marine Science Marine Planning for Sustainable DevelopmentMarine Planning for Sustainable Development MSc/DiplomaHow to apply »DeliveryFull-time, Part-time, Per courseProgramme typeTaughtStudy locationOrkneyEntry dateSeptemberOverviewProgramme contentEntry requirementsFees & scholarshipsOverviewMarine planning, including spatial planning, is a fast developing discipline of global interest with excellent employment prospects. Ambition to create jobs and growth in the ‘Blue Economy’ is made real by new technologies giving access to the wealth of resources in the oceans and seas. New approaches are needed to govern the interactions among marine industries while maintaining the aspiration for healthy seas and the conservation of ecosystems. Adaptation to the effects of climate change adds to the importance of marine planning as an essential tool in marine management. The MSc in Marine Planning for Sustainable Development is based at the Orkney Campus but is available also at the Edinburgh Campus. Orkney is a global centre for marine energy research and development. A unique concentration of marine expertise and activity provides students with unparalleled access to key participants in the sustainable development and planning of marine industries. Read more in this guide to Studying in Orkney.Programme contentCore courses Introduction to Marine Planning Marine Resource Development Oceanography and Marine Ecology GIS for Marine and Environmental Scientists Development Appraisal Environmental Policy and Risk Optional courses Climate Change Causes and Impacts Economics of Renewable Energies Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Practical Skills in Marine Surveying Entry requirementsEntry requirements are as for all our taught postgraduate programmes. English language requirements If your first language is not English, or your first degree was not taught in English, we’ll need to see evidence of your...