In this new and highly original textbook for a range of interdisciplinary courses and degree programmes focusing on marine and coastal resource management, readers are offered an introduction to the subject matter, a broad perspective and understanding, some case study applications, and a reference source. Each chapter is written by an international authority and expert in the respective field, bringing together perspectives from physical and human geography, marine biology and fisheries, planning and surveying, environmental change, engineering and tourism. In addition to an overview of the theory and practice of its subject area, each chapter includes detailed ’boxed’ case-studies to illustrate the associated technology and applications, including relationships to decision-making requirements at local to national levels. Each topic also includes a list of references for further reading, with a selection of key journal papers and URLs, and some study questions.Examples and exercises (e.g. using data for GIS, remote sensing, mapping, modelling and fieldwork) provide opportunities to link theory and examples to real-world professional practice. Colour illustrations and additional resources are provided on an accompanying website. Overall, the book provides a key textbook for undergraduate and postgraduate courses and the coastal practitioner, as well as a long-term reference for the student.