Marine Spatial Planning - Galway

Course Overview

The aim of this part time, online programme is to help prepare graduates for marine spatial planning roles and contribute to the sustainable development of Ireland’s blue economy. This will be achieved by integrating graduates’ knowledge of marine systems with an understanding of the relevant economic, legislative, and policy contexts, coupled with technical skills related to the role of a marine spatial planning professional.



Who Should Apply?

Persons working directly or indirectly on aspects of the marine environment.

Modules:

Stakeholder Engagement for Marine Spatial Planning

Marine Spatial Analysis

Marine Policy and Economics

Marine Spatial Planning: Current Advances and Challenges

Marine Resource Management

Marine Spatial Planning Project

Candidates must hold a cognate level 8 Bachelor (Hons) degree with a minimum grade classification of H2.2 or equivalent. Cognate degrees for this programme include: marine science, marine biology, oceanography, marine ecology, geography, planning, economics, law, civil engineering.



Candidates who do not meet the H2.2 performance standard in a Level 8 award will be required to pass a qualifying assignment at a H2.2 performance standard as established by the Programme Board, and approved by the Registrar.

Those interested in studying this course must apply directly through the Springboard website and must meet eligibility criteria. For further information, visit http://springboardcourses.ie



Application Closing Date

15th August 2025. Refer to https://springboardcourses.ie for Springboard+ closing dates.

1 year part-time online delivery.



Recommended Study Hours per week

There will be an average of 6 hours of classes per semester, (slightly more in the January to June semester, less in the September to December semester). This will need to be augmented by additional study on an individual basis, approximately 8 more hours per week, depending in existing knowledge and expertise.



On-Campus Attendance Requirement: No on-campus attendance required.

Start Date: September 2025.