Bachelor in Coastal and Oceanographic Applied Sciences and Technologies (COAST)
About This Programme
A three-year English-taught Licence in coastal and oceanographic applied sciences and technologies, awarded by Sorbonne Universite.
Course Highlights
- Interdisciplinary: coastal science, oceanography and geomatics.
- Real-world projects and embedded field trips.
- English-taught, on the Al Reem Island campus.
- A COAST Foundation Year pathway is also available.
What You'll Study
A three-year English-taught Licence combining geography, oceanography and geomatics with real-world projects and embedded field trips, on the Al Reem Island campus. Follows the European ECTS system; the degree is awarded by Sorbonne Universite.
Semester 1
- Marine and Coastal Environmental Systems
- Coastal and Marine Ecosystems
- Coastal Landforms and Processes
- Coastal Management
- Metropolisation of Coastal Zones
- Integrated Coastal Zone Management and Planning
- Practical Skills
- Introduction to GIS and Remote Sensing
- Language
- French Language
Semester 2
- Marine and Coastal Environmental Parameters
- Marine Hydrology
- Coastal Biogeography
- Infrastructures, Transportation, and Logistics
- Port Infrastructures and Management
- Marine Transportation and Logistics
- Analytical Skills
- Statistical Applications in Marine Sciences
- Language
- French Language
Semester 3
- Marine and Coastal Environmental Dynamics
- Marine Geology
- Ocean and Climate Change
- Sustainable Development
- Adaptation and Climate Change in Coastal Zones
- Blue Marine Economy
- Geographic Information System
- Mapping the Coastal and Marine Environment Using GIS
- Language
- French Language
Semester 4
- Coastal Environmental Dynamics
- Coastal Dynamics and Sediment Transportation
- Watershed to Coastal Zone
- Energy Transition and Resources Management
- Energy Transition and Water Management
- Marine Resources Management
- Marine and Coastal Monitoring
- Monitoring the Coastal and Marine Environment
- Language
- French Language
Semester 5
- Ocean in Climate Change
- Climate and Sea Level Change
- Marine Biology and Biodiversity
- Coastal Development
- Coastal Urban Planning
- Coastal and Marine Tourism
- GIS and Ocean Monitoring
- Ocean Observatory and Early Warning System
- Language
- French Language
Semester 6
- Environmental Sustainability
- Coastal Risk Management
- Marine and Protected Areas Conservation
- Maritime Governance
- Geopolitics and Maritime Security
- Environmental Politics and Policy
- Professional Skills
- Coastal and Marine Project in Overseas Coastal Area
- Internship
- Language
- French Language
Entry Requirements
Admission requires passing the COAST entry test, or validating the COAST Foundation Year for direct Licence 1 entry.
Careers
Leads to careers in coastal and marine science, environmental management and geospatial technology.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
Accredited by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) and the French Ministry of Higher Education (HCERES); the degree is awarded by Sorbonne Universite.
Programme Details
Award
Licence (Bachelor), 180 ECTS
Start Date
September (annual intake)
Typical Offer
Secondary diploma (12 years); IELTS 5.5
Duration
3 years
Qualification
Bachelors
Subject Area
Environmental Science
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person