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Course · 300 h · 5 modules
Course in Marine Energy Licensing and Consenting
Prepares you to understand and manage the consenting of marine energy projects, from choosing the zone to securing permission to build. You will study the international framework of the law of the sea, marine spatial planning…
Duration300 h
FormatOnline
Starts16 November
Places20 / 20
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Programme overview
What is the Course in Marine Energy Licensing and Consenting?
The Course in Marine Energy Licensing and Consenting
Prepares you to understand and manage the consenting of marine energy projects, from choosing the zone to securing permission to build. You will study the international framework of the law of the sea, marine spatial planning, seabed leasing and rights to use the sea, environmental assessment, public consultation, grid connection permits and allocation mechanisms, taking a comparative approach across different countries.
Key advantages
- A comparative view: Consenting models from different countries.
- From framework to application: From international law to the project documents.
- Key for developers: Consenting shapes timescales, costs and risks.
- An integrated view: Environmental, spatial, electrical and social aspects.
- Case study: A consenting roadmap for a marine project.
Programme type
Course
Study mode
Online
Duration
300 hours
Modules
5
Programme highlights
- Know the legal framework: Understand UNCLOS and maritime zones.
- Plan the space: Apply marine spatial planning.
- Manage environmental assessment: Coordinate studies, consultation and reports.
- Secure the permits: Organise the sequence of consents.
- Boost your career: Open doors to developers, consultancies and public bodies.
- Train to take a marine energy project from paper to the sea.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
The programme is structured in 5 modules, listed below in order of study.
01
The Legal Framework of the Sea
- The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea
- Territorial sea and exclusive economic zone
- Powers of coastal states
- Marine energy policy
- Comparing national frameworks
02
Planning and Use of Marine Space
- Marine spatial planning
- Zones for marine renewables
- Seabed leases and rights of use
- Auctions and zone allocation
- Coexistence with other uses
03
Environmental Assessment and Consultation
- Environmental impact assessment
- Protected sites and species
- Public and statutory consultation
- Engagement with the fishing industry
- Consent conditions and monitoring
04
Technical and Grid Consents
- Consents for electrical installations
- Grid access and connection
- Maritime safety and navigation
- Underwater cultural heritage
- Decommissioning and financial security
05
Managing Consenting and Case Study
- Sequencing of permits
- Managing timescales and risks
- Project documentation
- Stakeholder engagement
- Case study: consenting roadmap for a marine project
Workload
Study Time and Workload
300 hours of study, online and at your own pace. Move the slider to the hours a week you can really put in.
Hours a week8
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Who it is for
Renewable developer staff: who manage permits and consents Lawyers and law graduates: interested in the law of the sea and energy Environmental and engineering consultants: who prepare project documentation Public authority staff: who process offshore applications Project managers: who coordinate offshore developments
Faculty
Academic direction and faculty
The teaching team at Navalis: working professionals who deliver and oversee the institute's programmes.
Eng. Diego Cifuentes
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Eng. Tomás Riera
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Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
- 01Understand the international framework
- 02Apply marine spatial planning
- 03Understand rights to use the sea
- 04Manage environmental assessment
- 05Handle grid connection consents
- 06Design the roadmap
Careers
Career Opportunities
01Permits and consents officer: Marine renewable developers.
02Environmental consenting consultant: Consultancies and engineering firms.
03Public authority caseworker: Handling marine applications.
04Stakeholder engagement manager: Offshore projects.
Questions
Entry Requirements
No. It gives a comparative view of different models and teaches you to analyse the framework that applies in each case.
No. It is specialist training and does not replace professional legal advice for each project.
No. Legal concepts are explained in an applied way for technical profiles.
Yes. Grid access and connection permits and their role in the project timeline are studied.
A consenting roadmap for a marine energy project, covering permits, timescales and risks.
100% online, with a virtual campus available 24/7, live sessions that are recorded, and tutorials with the teaching staff.
The programme involves 300 hours of study. You can work at your own pace within the timetable we give you when you enrol.
Each programme has its own start date, shown on this page and confirmed by our admissions team when you enquire.
On completing the programme you receive the Course in Marine Energy Licensing and Consenting qualification awarded by Navalis Magna Institute.
Online admissions
Admissions Process
No waiting for a phone call. If your documents are complete, you can pay in the same session.
Entry requirements
Entry profile: University training in law, environmental science, marine science, engineering or a related field; or professional experience in the energy or environmental sector or in public administration. Language: A good working level of English to follow classes and materials. Technical requirements: A computer with a stable internet connection, an up-to-date browser and a webcam for live sessions and project presentations. Admissions process: Online application, profile review and a short interview with the academic team. We confirm your start date when you enquire.
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