Marine and Antarctic Environments and their Management unit (KSA726)

Introduction

KSA726 offers an interdisciplinary exploration into the management of marine and Antarctic environments. You will be introduced to the core concepts of governance, policy and management and contemporary management practices with a focus on the science-policy interface. You will explore contemporary management issues related to climate change, habitat loss and restoration, fisheries and aquaculture management, and Antarctic environmental management.

The unit emphasises critical evaluation and practical problem-solving, enabling you to develop scientifically informed solutions to complex environmental challenges. Throughout the unit, you will apply your knowledge and skills to analyse conflicting information and develop practical and policy-based solutions. By engaging with real-world case studies and scenarios, you will gain valuable insights into the complexities of managing marine and Antarctic environments in the face of global challenges such as climate change and increasing industrialisation of marine systems.  

Summary

Unit name	Marine and Antarctic Environments and their Management
Unit code	KSA726
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Sciences and Engineering Institute for Marine & Antarctic Studies
Discipline	Oceans Ice and Climate
Coordinator	Doctor Maree Fudge
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Postgraduate

Availability

Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August

Learning Outcomes

• Analyse the drivers of change and associated risks and threats to marine and Antarctic environments
• Analyse policy and management challenges associated with marine and Antarctic environments that shape the context and demand for marine and Antarctic science
• Evaluate science-informed practical and policy options that address relevant issues in marine and Antarctic environments

Fee Information

2027 fee information will be available in August.

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	Weekly 2hr lectures and 2h workshops
Assessment	Briefing Note (30%)|Policy Brief (35%)|Science Options Report (35%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	All materials will be made available through MyLO on commencement of the unit
Recommended	All materials will be made available through MyLO on commencement of the unit

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