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Master’s Degree

Marine Studies

Marine Spatial Planning And Management

Program Overview

Credential Awarded: Master of Marine Studies (Marine Spatial Planning and Management)
Academic School: School of Fisheries
Campus: Online
Program Length: 2 Years
Practical Experience: N/A
Program Start: September
Program Structure:

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Program at a Glance

Application Deadline:

May 15

What Will I Learn?

The program is structured to provide a balance between conceptual/theoretical background and practical applied skills. As such, students will develop a broad level understanding of planning processes and the governance, policy/legislative, ecological, social, cultural and economic elements of coastal and ocean areas complemented by practical and applied skills for stakeholder engagement, project management and utilization of geospatial technology to support planning efforts. Throughout the program, courses will be structured to introduce theoretical concepts and then examine real world examples of their application.

Students will complete seven core courses, 3 elective courses, and an internship; seven core courses, 3 elective courses and a research project; or seven core courses and five elective courses.

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Sample Courses

  • Geospatial Analysis for Marine Spatial Planning
  • Marine Protected Areas
  • Communication and Conflict Resolution

Admission Requirements

Admission is limited and competitive.

To be considered for admission to the program, an applicant will normally possess a relevant second-class or better undergraduate degree (cumulative grade point average ≥ 2.75/4) from a university of recognized standing.

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Careers and Further Your Education

Potential Careers

  • Marine Spatial Planning Officer/Specialist
  • Marine Planner
  • Coastal and Marine Manager

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