Here below you can find all master courses the University Centre offers. All courses are taught in 1-3 week modules running from August through June. See how the courses are organised in the teaching schedule for both programs. Usually 2-3 courses are taught at the same time, but students may only enroll in one course at a time.
The master courses are available to you whether you plan to pursue a degree or just take a course or courses. Please review the options for guest studies to determine how you can apply.
For further information, contact the Administrative Director of Education and Teaching.
Renewable Energy in the Coastal Context
- Spring 2025
About the course
This course provides an overview of the renewable energy sector as it relates to coastal contexts. It reviews the history of renewable energy development, the technological options and transmission challenges relevant to the coastal setting. It confronts students with environmental and socio-cultural impacts, as well as options for risk mitigation. It examines how renewable energy fits into community development and marine spatial planning. Case studies help illustrate the experience and challenges coastal regions have already faced. The course is grounded in theory and applied learning opportunities that enable students to assess renewable energy issues with professional tools and other applied resources.
Learning outcome
On completion of the course a student:
- can describe the social, political, cultural, and environmental issues related to renewable energy development, in general and specific to coastal areas
- can interpret various frameworks for predicting environmental responses to renewable energy development.
- can identify processes that support community and stakeholder engagement in renewable energy development.
- has demonstrated an understanding of the renewable energy development process through case study analysis and development of a renewable energy project.
Prerequisites: No prerequisites registered for the course
Assessment: 10% Class participation; 30% Marine Renewable Energy Brief and discussion; 60% MRE Development Proposal and presentation.
Final Exam: Assignment