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Contemporary Environmental Issues (EVSC90011)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 6.25Not available in 2018
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This subject involves the study of selected key issues in the field of environmental studies. The subject will assist students in broadening their understanding of environmental processes and update their knowledge of current debates and emerging themes in environmental studies, with special attention to concerns, theories and practices (most likely to be of an interdisciplinary nature) that are not currently covered in depth through other subjects taught at the University. Students will do this through following the readings and lectures/seminars presented by visiting specialist academic(s).
Intended learning outcomes
- Gain advanced analytical skills related to contemporary environmental issues.
- Become familiar with current debates in contemporary environmental issues.
- Expand their knowledge of environmental theories.
- Be able to pursue research in a specialised area of study.
Generic skills
- Independent research on topics relevant to the subject.
- Participate successfully in group discussions.
- Further develop their critical thinking through readings, class discussions, collaboration and assessment.
- Further develop analytical approaches and knowledge in contemporary environmental issues.
Last updated: 3 November 2022