Marine Studies (Marine Spatial Planning and Management)

Program Overview

This program combines theoretical knowledge in coastal and ocean planning with practical skills in stakeholder engagement, project management, and geospatial technology. Students gain a comprehensive understanding of planning processes and the various elements that influence coastal and ocean areas. The program prepares graduates for careers in government agencies, non-profit organizations, industry sectors, and consulting companies.

Program Outline

Outline:

• The program provides a balance between conceptual/theoretical background and practical applied skills.
• 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.
• Courses will be structured to introduce theoretical concepts and then examine real world examples of their application.
• Students will complete seven core courses, an internship (MSTM 6019) or research project, and chose one of two options for elective course selection.

Careers:

• Government agencies
• eNGOs
• Coastal and ocean industry sectors
• Consulting companies