Academic year 2023 - 2024

•   Coastal Ecology I CM22CE01-3002 01.08.2023-22.10.2023  6 credits  (CM23D-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  - is familiar with marine environments
  - has knowledge of biotopes, habitats and communities in a marine environment
  - can identify common species in the marine environment
  - knows the basic methods for measuring important ecological variables in the field and laboratory
  - knows how to carry out an ecological study and present the findings

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge requirements

  Content of the study unit

  This course covers the basics in coastal ecology utilizing the Baltic Sea as a case study. The physical, chemical and biological features of this sea will be discussed. Different species, habitats and ecological functions are discussed and studied.

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  The assignments were completed and the student obtained a basic understanding of the course content

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  The assignments were completed without major remarks and the student obtained a good understanding of the course content

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Assignments were completed without remarks and the the student obtained a excellent understanding of the course content

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Will be provided on the moodle page during the course

  Learning methods

  A combination of theory and practice, with one week's field work at Tvärminne Zoological Station. Lectures, exercises in class and literature studies.

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  The student is assessed on the basis of performance in field work (20%), assignments (60%) and exam (20%).
  In addition, their participation in class and activities is also part of the evaluation. So, participation and attendance to all classes (lectures) and field trips are mandatory.

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.08.2023 - 22.10.2023

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2023 - 01.09.2023

  • 6 credits

  Group(s)

  • CM23D-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Stefan Heinänen, Jonna Engström-Öst, Anna-Karin Almén

  Responsible unit

  ÅboRaseborg (not translated)

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Sustainable Coastal Management

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Assignments, performance during field week, active participation in lectures and a written examination

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  During the course

  Assessment criteria

  <50% of the maximum number of credits earned in the assignments

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  50-59% (=1) or 60-69% (=2) of the maximum number of credits earned in the assignments respectively

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  70-79% (=3) or 80-89% (=4) of the maximum number of credits earned in the assignments respectively

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  90-100% (=5) of the maximum number of credits earned in the assignments respectively

•   Coastal Ecology II CM22CE02-3002 01.08.2023-31.12.2023  6 credits  (CM23D-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  - knows how to collect, analyze and report ecological data
  - can identify and understands the value of ecosystem services in the coastal area

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge requirements

  Content of the study unit

  - data collection in the field
  - data analysis using GIS and Excel
  - ecosystem services in the coastal areas
  - reporting and presentation

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  The assignments were completed and the student obtained a basic understanding of the course content

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  The assignments were completed without major remarks and the student obtained a good understanding of the course content

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Assignments were completed without remarks and the the student obtained an excellent understanding of the course content

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Study material is provided on the moodle page during the course and collected in the field

  Learning methods

  Project based learning, project work, field work, lectures, assignments

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Active participation in lectures and discussions as well as assignments graded 1-5, based on the grades of the separate parts

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2023 - 01.09.2023

  • 6 credits

  Group(s)

  • CM23D-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Stefan Heinänen, Jonna Engström-Öst, Anna-Karin Almén

  Responsible unit

  ÅboRaseborg (not translated)

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Sustainable Coastal Management

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  The student is assessed on the basis of performance in assignments

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Examination is completed during the course

  Assessment criteria

  <50% of the maximum number of credits earned in the assignments

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  50-59% (=1) or 60-69% (=2) of the maximum number of credits earned in the assignments respectively

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  70-79% (=3) or 80-89% (=4) of the maximum number of credits earned in the assignments respectively

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  90-100% (=5) of the maximum number of credits earned in the assignments respectively

•   Environmental Outreach CM22OR02-3002 22.10.2023-31.12.2023  3 credits  (CM23D-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  - knows how to plan for his/her career
  - is prepared to work in or lead projects
  - can write a scientific text and knows how to communicate research outcomes to all kinds of audiences
  - knows different writing and communication styles
  - knows different digital communication tools

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge requirements

  Content of the study unit

  - Personal outreach: career planning, leadership, project management
  - Science writing and popularization of scientific text
  - Ways of communicating to the wider audience
  - Introduction to digital communication tools

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  The assignments were completed and the student obtained a basic understanding of the course content

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  The assignments were completed without major remarks and the student obtained a good understanding of the course content

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Assignments were completed without remarks and the the student obtained an excellent understanding of the course content

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  22.10.2023 - 31.12.2023

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2023 - 21.10.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • CM23D-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Ruslan Gunko

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Sustainable Coastal Management

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   GIS-project CM22GP03-3003 23.10.2023-31.12.2023  3 credits  (CM23D-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  - can apply GIS in environmental planning
  - can plan, execute and present a GIS based project

  Prerequisites

  Basic GIS skills

  Content of the study unit

  - Basic GIS skills will be applied and broadened
  - Planning, data collection and preparation, spatial analyses, visualisation and presentation will be part of the project work

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  The assignments were completed and the student obtained a basic understanding of the course content

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  The assignments were completed without major remarks and the student obtained a good understanding of the course content

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Assignments were completed without remarks and the the student obtained an excellent understanding of the course content

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Provided as needed.

  Learning methods

  Individual or team project work. You can choose if you want to do the project individually, as a couple or even as a group.
  Project: You can choose between the projects that are proposed (they will be presented during the first lecture), or you can design your own project.
  Attendance during the first intensive week is mandatory, since projects (including execution, groups etc...) will be explained, planned and started during these classes.

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Active participation in the group work. Final product.

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  23.10.2023 - 31.12.2023

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2023 - 22.10.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • CM23D-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Ruslan Gunko

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Sustainable Coastal Management

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  The evaluation will consist in the execution of the project satisfactorily

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Examination is completed during the duration of the course

  Assessment criteria

  <50% of the maximum number of credits earned in the assignment

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  50-59% (=1) or 60-69% (=2) of the maximum number of credits earned in the assignments respectively

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  70-79% (=3) or 80-89% (=4) of the maximum number of credits earned in the assignments respectively

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  90-100% (=5) of the maximum number of credits earned in the assignments respectively

•   Research Methodology CM22OR03-3002 28.08.2023-14.06.2024  3 credits  (CM23D-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The Student
  - knows the basics of scientific writing
  - can describe and apply relevant research methods
  - can plan a scientific study and is able to analyze and communicate research findings as required in a thesis

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge requirements

  Content of the study unit

  - Applied vs. basic research
  - Scientific and methodological terminology
  - The degree thesis process at Novia, research plan, structure and writing guidelines
  - General ethical principles of research
  - How to seek information

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  The assignments were completed and the student obtained a basic understanding of the course content

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  The assignments were completed without major remarks and the student obtained a good understanding of the course content

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Assignments were completed without remarks and the the student obtained an excellent understanding of the course content

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Available on the moodle course page

  Learning methods

  Lectures, presentations by students (individual, group)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  On the basis of the quality of completed assignments.

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  28.08.2023 - 14.06.2024

  Enrollment date range

  29.07.2023 - 01.09.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • CM23D-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Stefan Heinänen, Jonna Engström-Öst, Patrik Byholm

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Sustainable Coastal Management

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  By completing assignments (literature assignment, methods assignment, research plan for thesis project, idea seminar) during the course.

  Assessment criteria

  If failed to complete all assignments or if earned <50% of the maximum number of credits earned in the assignments, respectively.

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Earned 50-59% (=1) or 60-69% (=2) of the maximum number of credits earned in the assignments, respectively.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Earned 70-79% (=3) or 80-89% (=4) of the maximum number of credits earned in the assignments, respectively.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Earned 90-100% (=5) of the maximum number of credits earned in the assignments.

Academic year 2024 - 2025

There is no implementations attached to this degree programme.