
Overview
You’ll study new techniques for mapping and modelling environments, planning and allocating resources, and developing and growing coastal communities and economies.
Studying in the historic naval and commercial port city of Portsmouth, you’ll be ideally placed to experience the busy Solent waterway, the Jurassic coasts of Dorset and the Isle of Wight and marine conservation zones in Hampshire and Sussex.
Coastal and Marine Resource Management at University of Portsmouth is ideally suited to people who are passionate about the planet and global issues such as sustainability and climate change.
Graduates from Coastal and Marine Resource Management program from University of Portsmouth have gone on to work for organisations like The Environment Agency, Natural England, the World Wide Fund for Nature and the Marine Conservation Society as scientists, planners and policy makers.
Course highlights
- Learn how the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals can be incorporated in coastal and marine conservation and development
- Understand the challenges and opportunities of marine policy, planning and conservation, and the Blue Economy – the biggest issues being tackled by researchers in our Centre for Blue Governance
- Take part in field trips and site visits in Hampshire, Dorset and Sussex, including a two-day residential course on the Isle of Wight and six-day residential course on Jersey in the Channel Islands
- Learn the key theories and principles of Geographic Information System (GIS) data mapping and analysis
- Regularly hear from guest speakers from industry
- Make the most of the diverse marine and coastal environments, wildlife, urban development and maritime heritage in and around Portsmouth
- Design and undertake your own advanced research project
Careers and opportunities
Once you've completed this course, you'll be well positioned for a career in policy, planning or management.
You may also choose to work in industry, with community groups, for landowners or in a consultancy role. Alternatively, you might wish to pursue a career in research or education.
We'll provide you with as much support as possible in finding the right job, through our industrial contacts, careers events, recruitment fairs and individual advice.
Graduates of this course have gone onto roles such as:
- Property Manager
- Operational Meteorology Technician
- Scientific Officer
- Coastal Engineer
- Coastal Technician
- Senior Change Analyst
- Planning Policy Officer
Graduates of this course have gone on to work for companies such as:
- Met Office
- Central Government
- Local Authorities
- Royal Haskoning DHV
- Just One Ocean
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Modules include:
- Coastal and Shoreline Management
- Marine Policy, Planning and Conservation
- Research Skills and Project
- Sustainable Blue Economy
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
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For September intake: 26 July deadline for applications from Bangladesh, Cameroon, Ghana, India, Iran, Nepal, Nigeria and Pakistan.
For January intake: 16 December deadline for applicants from Bangladesh, Cameroon, Ghana, India, Iran, Nepal, Nigeria and Pakistan.
Language
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Credits
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Disciplines
Earth Sciences Natural Resource Management Marine Science View 41 other Masters in Earth Sciences in United KingdomExplore more key information
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Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.
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Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at University of Portsmouth and/or in United Kingdom, please visit Student Insurance Portal.
Other requirements
General requirements
A second-class honours degree or equivalent in any subject. Professional experience and other qualifications may be taken into consideration for applicants not meeting this requirement.
Equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications will also be considered, such as previous study, employment, voluntary work and training courses, including courses and qualifications you didn't complete.
If you're applying as an international student with a non-UK degree, you’ll need to show you meet the UK entry requirements listed above.
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International
17900 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 17900 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
10400 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 10400 GBP per year during 12 months.
- EU full-time fee: £10,400 (including Transition Scholarship)
Part-time fees/year:
UK, Channel Islands and Isle of Man students: £3,470 in year 1 and £6,930 in year 2
EU students: £3,470 in year 1 and £6,930 in year 2 (including Transition Scholarship)
International students: £5,970 in year 1 and £11,930 in year 2
Living costs for Portsmouth
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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