大规模的全球变化，尤其是气候变化，正在对环境产生重大影响。研究海洋环境中的影响和缓解/适应措施需要一种真正的跨学科方法。科学家，工程师和环境决策者必须了解处理此类重要问题的原因，影响和管理措施的基本原理。该计划专门研究海洋环境面临的挑战，并且是该大学有关气候变化相关问题的教学和研究计划的一部分。提供了多种可选课程，但下面列出了核心课程。
Large global changes, and climate change in particular, are having significant impacts on the environment. The study of impacts and mitigation/adaptation measures in the marine environment requires a truly interdisciplinary approach. It is essential that scientists, engineers and environmental decision-makers understand the fundamentals of the causes, impacts and management measures involved in dealing with such important issues. The programme specialises in the challenges facing the marine environment and is part of the University's programme of teaching and research in climate change related issues. There are a variety of optional courses available but the core courses are listed below. Tropical Coral Reefs: Monitoring and Management is an optional course. It involves a two-week field trip to Malaysia where students are given the opportunity to explore the marine environment whilst learning different techniques for surveying and monitoring coral reefs.