Entry requirements

180 credits of which 10 credits at the second-cycle level in Sustainable Development or Environmental Science.

Learning outcomes

After successfully completing the course the student can:

• explain theories and processes regarding regulations, management and planning of the coast from local to global levels;
• discuss and reflect upon environmental economic theories and methods relevant to evaluating costs and benefits in the use and distribution of coastal resources;
• critically discuss and compare sustainability aspects and policy instruments applied in the development of coastal areas;
• apply and integrate knowledge about coastal areas in the planning process in various case studies.

Content

The course focuses on theoretical understanding and practical skills regarding regulations, management and governance of coastal areas at local, regional, national and international levels. Students meet authorities and organizations that work practically with coastal zone management. The course includes legislation and international agreements that affect the area. The course deals with environmental economic valuation methods for policy, management instruments and application in coastal areas.

Instruction

Lectures, seminars, exercises, excursions, and project work.

Assessment

Written exam (5 credits), active participation in seminars, exercises and excursions (5 credits), and project work with oral and written presentation (5 credits).

Other regulations

If special circumstances exist, the examiner may make exceptions to the stated form of examination and allow an individual student to be examined in an alternative manner. Special circumstances may, for example, include a recommendation for targeted pedagogical support from the university’s coordinator for students with disabilities.