Marine Resource Management and Conservation unit (KSM201)

Hobart

Introduction

Marine resources play a central role in the wellbeing, sustenance, and livelihoods of coastal nations. The marine environment is a common good managed under a suite of regulations and laws, and impacted by socio-economic, cultural, and ecological context. Contention in marine resource management and conservation is common and perspectives on sustainable management increasingly complex in a globalized world. These different perspectives abound, scientific and otherwise, and debate often flare among interested parties. Suitable tools and approaches are key to disentangle these issues and support evidence-based and fair decision-making for the sustainable management of marine resources.

This unit is designed to expose you to tools and approaches on how marine resources are managed, and to the diversity of perspectives about both the state of the marine environment and how sustainable management should occur. You will get the opportunity to learn about and consider management issues associated with commercial marine industries such as fishing, aquaculture, renewable energy, transport, oil and gas exploitation, coupled with non-commercial activities, such as recreational activities, cultural value and conservation. The unit also touches on emerging uses of the marine environment, including marine carbon dioxide removal interventions and ecological restoration.

The unit reviews various techniques that are being used to address challenges with marine resource management locally, nationally, and globally. You will gain skills and experience to critically assess differing perspectives on complex marine management issues by sifting through various types of information, data and evidence, and evaluate (and recommend) suitable approaches to support evidence-based decision-making.

Upon completion you will be equipped for future roles in marine resource management, as well as with the knowledge and understanding to play an active part in public debate around marine resource management and conservation.

Summary

Unit name	Marine Resource Management and Conservation
Unit code	KSM201
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Sciences and Engineering Institute for Marine & Antarctic Studies
Discipline	Ecology and Biodiversity|Fisheries and Aquaculture
Coordinator	Doctor Myriam Lacharite
Available as an elective?	Yes
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Intermediate

Availability

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Hobart	Semester 2

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Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 2	06/07/2026	28/07/2026	31/08/2026	25/10/2026

* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).

Unit census dates currently displaying for 2026 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2026 will be available from the 1st October 2025. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

• Explain key scientific and governance concepts underpinning decision-making in marine resource management and conservation
• Apply scientific methods to solve real-world problems in marine resource management and conservation
• Apply research and communication skills to inform decision-making in marine resource management and conservation
• Critique the logic, effectiveness and impact of management strategies by evaluating scientific evidence

Fee Information

Field of Education	Commencing Student Contribution 1,3	Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3	Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3	Domestic Full Fee 4
059999	$1,192.00	$1,192.00	not applicable	$3,382.00

• Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
• HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility³
• FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility⁴

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Requisites

Prerequisites

KSA101|KSA102

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	Unit content be delivered weekly over 12 weeks and will comprise: 1.5-h interactive seminars (weekly) 2-hr workshop (weekly) 1-h tutorial (4 times during the Study Period) 1.5-h keynote with guest practitioners from the local community (once) 1-hour guest keynote from external expert (once)
Assessment	Science-policy analysis (15%)|In-class tests (20%)|Workshop exercises (30%)|Briefing Paper (35%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	There is no formal text required for this unit.
Recommended	Reading recommendations for each lecture will be provided on MyLO.

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