Marine ecosystem services and the impact of the Invasive Alien Species in the Mediterranean Sea
Dates & Timetable:
Application for this micro-credential is open until 03/04/2025.
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07/05/2025
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10:00-12:00 (CET) |
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14/05/2025
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21/05/2025
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28/05/2025
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Description:
This micro-credential offers an in-depth exploration of marine ecosystem services and the impacts of invasive species, emphasizing their ecological importance. The topic has evolved with a growing understanding of ecological interactions and the critical services marine ecosystems provide, driven by climate change, biodiversity loss, and public awareness. Understanding these concepts equips students with the skills to contribute to sustainable management practices and policies, opening diverse career opportunities. The course fosters critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, preparing students to engage with global conservation efforts.
Learning Outcomes:
- Explain the processes and the ecosystem services of Mediterranean marine ecosystems.
- Outline the concepts related to alien invasive species and recognize the most common ones; Discuss the impact of the alien invasive species on native endemic organisms, the ecosystem, and ecosystem services.
Sustainable development goals:
- SDG13. Climate action
- SDG14. Life below water
- SDG17. Partnerships for the goals
If you need some extra assistance with the application, here is a step by step instruction on how to complete the application form.
Sector:
Coastal
Thematic area:
Ecosystem services
HASHTAGS/KEY WORDS:
#aquaculture #biodiversity #biology #animals
Volume (ECTS):
1
Language:
English
Hard skills:
Knowledge of basic concepts related to marine ecosystems and ecosystem services
Knowledge of basic concepts related to marine invasive species
Identification of key invasive species
Impacts of key invasive species
Soft skills:
Critical thinking Collaboration
Study format:
Online
Study methods:
Presentations Group work Exams
Hours
Synchronous contact hours: 10
Asynchronous hours & self directed learning: 15
Entry requirements:
Bachelor student in one of the 9 partner universities of EU-CONEXUS, providing a proof of English proficiency of at least B2 level (certificate or online test).
Assessment:
Presentations Written exams
HOST UNIVERSITY:
Agricultural University of Athens, Greece
Stage of accreditation:
Based on the National and European Institutional framework for Lifelong Learning, implemented through Training and Lifelong Learning Center (KEDIVIM in Agriculture University of Athens).
