Ocean Policies

General characterization

Prerequisites

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Bibliography

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Teaching method

Lectures comprise a broad discussion of all topics, with a special focus on concrete examples; special participants might be invited to join the classes.

Individual presentation of student´s papers followed by discussion with the professor and colleagues.

Evaluation method

Completion of a written assignment, presentation and oral discussion of the same.

Subject matter

1.Core lines of ocean policies. Main political players and different layers of political action, from de multilateral global conventions (maxime UNCLOS) to the regional, national, and local instruments.

2. Old and new uses of the ocean. Main challenges, opportunities, and threats. The digital transition. Maritime Spatial Planning.

3. A healthy, productive, and resilient ocean for all: sustainable food, carbon storage and ecosystems protection and restoration, clean energy, well-being, and connectivity.

4. Sustainability as the central concern and guiding principle. Research, knowledge, and technology. Public awareness, ocean literacy, and citizen science.

5. Critical discussion on the need of binding or non-binding political and legal instruments.

Programs

Programs where the course is taught: