Marine and Coastal Systems

The Marine and Coastal Systems master programme (MaCS - SIMCO) integrates knowledge using an interdisciplinary approach. It focuses on the study of processes operating within the coastal and marine systems, subject to complex geological, physical, chemical, biological and social forcings.

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Teaching methods

• Taught modules, core and optional
• Research training modules
• Field work and field visits (more than 50h) and use of field equipment
• Laboratory work (more than  200h) and use of extensive laboratory facilities and equipment
• Science communication in seminars
• Scientific diving (optional)

Learning outcomes, skills and competences

Capacity to assess of Human and natural forcings on coastal and marine systems based on:

• Strong foundation in the Marine Sciences, including biology, chemistry, physics, and geological aspects of marine/coastal systems.
• Ability to integrate knowledge and skills from all areas of study to address interdisciplinary problems and climate change challenges.

Critical and analytical thinking skills:

 Define procedures, operations and techniques for problem solving

• Evaluate environmental risks
• Evaluate the trophic state of waters

Demonstrate ability and proficiency in quantitative skills:

• Model waves, tides and currents
• Model coastal and marine systems
• Process oceanographic data
• Elaborate and analyze submarine mapping
• Elaborate programs of environmental monitoring
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form to convey scientific knowledge and results to peers, and public domain
• Ability to independently design and execute research work oriented on quantitative data
• Develop the capacity of working in a team