Coastal Resilience
Foundations.

Establish a solid foundation in coastal resilience with expert guidance and real-world case studies.

Coastal Resilience Short Course Level I

About the event

The Coastal Resilience Short Course Level I: Foundations will be held from 19–21 August 2026 at Griffith University's Gold Coast Campus, offering a comprehensive introduction to coastal management in Australia and the Asia–Pacific.

Designed for professionals working in local and state government, NGOs, and the private sector, this foundational program blends expert-led sessions with practical learning to build essential knowledge in coastal resilience, coastal hazards, and adaptive approaches to shoreline change. The program introduces foundational concepts in geomorphology, coastal hazards, planning and policy frameworks, community engagement, and nature-based solutions. Led by experts from research, government, and industry, the course fosters peer learning and networking across sectors. The course will be delivered through interactive classroom-based presentations, group discussions, and applied case study work, providing participants with the skills and frameworks needed to understand and respond to coastal risks. In-person attendees will also benefit from a catered program, including morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea.

Whether you are beginning your journey in coastal management or seeking to consolidate your knowledge, Level I provides a critical base for understanding the evolving challenges and tools that underpin resilient coastal futures.

Registrations

Each registration includes full access to course sessions, digital learning materials, and session recordings. In-person attendees also receive full catering—morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea—and access to the full-day Gold Coast study tour.

For organisations requiring a purchase order and invoice-based payment, please email ella@apter.au with attendee names and delivery mode (in-person or online), and we will issue an invoice with payment details.

Standard registrations are now open.

Standard In Person inc. GST$1,795
Standard Online inc. GST$595
Level I + Level II Pathway inc. GST$2,970
Level I + Level II Online Pathway inc. GST$990$900 ex GST + $90 GST
Total$0

Prefer to pay by invoice? See the purchase order request page or email ella@apter.au.

*Pathway pricing is available for participants who register for both the Level I and Level II Coastal Resilience courses. Select this option to secure both courses at the discounted combined rate. All prices include GST.

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What practitioners say

We were deeply impressed by this comprehensive and practical course. It provided essential knowledge that we hope to implement in our national forecasting strategies. Thank you for your valuable guidance and support.
Tom NatickMinistry of Climate Change, Vanuatu
An excellent opportunity to network with like-minded professionals and learn from leading experts. I have taken back a wealth of knowledge to my council and made contacts that will support my work into the future.
Bronson SymmondsAlexandrina Council, South Australia
An eye-opening and transformative experience. The Coastal Resilience Short Course reshaped how I approach coastal planning — moving beyond technical fixes to embrace systems thinking, meaningful community engagement, and long-term adaptation. I left the course with practical tools, renewed clarity, and a stronger sense of purpose in my role.
Dayane Barros Da SilvaCity of Gold Coast, Queensland

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