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You develop an appreciation of the level of understanding of the physical and biological oceanography, biodiversity, trophic interactions, species survival and reproduction issues required to implement spatially explicit, sustainable ecosystem-base management, conservation and effective marine spatial planning.
Lectures from marine ecologists, industry consultants and government scientists working in applied marine management provide insights into current issues.
Practical work provides training in use of R, Excel, data analysis and strengthens your written communication skills.
Group and individual working strengthen your critical thinking and problem-solving skills and support the development of strong oral communication.
| Study Type | Postgraduate | Level | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Term | Second Term | Credit Points | 15 credits (7.5 ECTS credits) |
| Campus | None. | Sustained Study | No |
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You develop an appreciation of the level of understanding of the physical and biological oceanography, biodiversity, trophic interactions, species survival and reproduction issues required to implement spatially explicit, sustainable ecosystem-base management, conservation and effective marine spatial planning.
Lectures from marine ecologists, industry consultants and government scientists working in applied marine management provide insights into current issues.
Practical work provides training in use of R, Excel, data analysis and strengthens your written communication skills.
Group and individual working strengthen your critical thinking and problem-solving skills and support the development of strong oral communication.
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Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
The module will be assessed by 3 components with both individual and group work consisting of a Poster (Individual work) 30% and a 4 page Report (Individual work 40%) and a Research project proposal (Group work 40%).
Resit: Resubmission of failed individual elements of continuous assessment
Feedback and discussion will be given in Practical 1, 2 and 3 during informal, one-to-one discussion on progress of practical activities.
Report and Research Project: individual written feedback on submission provided.
Class Presentation: Informal feedback during and after presentations, individual written feedback.
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