International Summer School – Pollution in Coastal Areas

Knowledge

1. The studentunderstandsand correctly describes basic physical, biological, chemical and geological phenomena and natural processes occurring in the aquatic environment, with particular emphasis on the marine environment. 
2. The studentknowsthe significance of basic techniques, research methods and tools used to describe and interpret phenomena and processes occurring in the aquatic environment. 
3. The studentisable to describe basic concepts related to the functioning of the coastal areas of the Baltic Sea. 
4. The studentrecognisespotential threats to the aquatic environment resulting from the development of civilisation, in particular from intensive human activity in coastal areas.

Skills

1. The studentisable to plan research and measurements independently and as part of a team, both in the field and in the laboratory, using appropriately selected measurement and analytical techniques relevant to the research problem. 
2. The studentisable to analyse and synthesise research and analysis results and draw correct conclusions based on them. 
3. The studentisable to work independently and collaborate in laboratory and field groups, performing various functions and tasks. 
4. The studentisaware of the risks and dangers associated with the work of an oceanographer in the laboratory, at sea and on land, and applies occupational safety rules.  

Social competences:

1. The studentisable to organise their own work effectively, is self-critical and able to draw conclusions based on self-assessment, and adheres to the principles of professional ethics. 
2. The studentisable to solve cognitive and practical problems in the field of marine sciences, taking into account the knowledge they have acquired. 
3. The studentisable to consciously and reliably assess the impact of human activity on the marine environment. 

The learning outcomes correspond to level 6 of the European Qualifications Framework.